Inspector
About The Position
Inspectors inspect, test, and maintain fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps, and backflows with minimal supervision. They perform work in accordance with NFPA codes, identify and report deficiencies, coordinate scheduled inspections, and communicate professionally with customers, internal teams, and offsite monitoring companies. The role also involves maintaining company vehicles and assigned tools, following safety programs and procedures, attending safety talks and technical seminars, and training inspector trainees. On-call availability may be required based on location to respond to emergency service and inspection requests. Summit Fire & Security is a full-service fire detection, suppression, and security provider operating across more than 70 locations in over 20 states. The company offers training and career development, including support for NICET and other career-advancing certifications. This position requires frequent local travel and occasional regional and non-regional travel, and involves work indoors and outdoors in varied temperatures and potentially hazardous environments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Three to five years of experience inspecting fire protection systems.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, customer service, decision-making, multitasking, scheduling, planning, organizing, and troubleshooting skills, and ability to train others.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with employees and customers.
- Ability to operate a computer and tablet and read electronic blueprints.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to comply with the company’s Drug and Alcohol policy and background screening requirements, including customer-specific requirements where applicable.
- Ability to meet the physical and work-environment requirements, including frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, lifting under 50 pounds, reaching, standing and walking for extended periods, and occasional work at heights and lifting over 50 pounds.
- Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by company safety policies.
Nice To Haves
- NICET and/or state-required certification, preferred based on location.
- Five or more years of experience inspecting fire protection systems, preferred.
- Experience with Salesforce and Microsoft Office, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, test, and maintain fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA codes, including sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices, and critical components.
- Record and report fire protection system deficiencies to Summit Fire & Security and customers.
- Communicate professionally with internal and external customers and offsite monitoring companies.
- Properly use and operate inspection tools and equipment, including heat and smoke detector kits, backflow kits, and pump equipment.
- Plan, coordinate, and complete inspections on schedule and in a timely manner.
- Maintain on-call status as required by location to handle emergency service and inspection requests.
- Keep the company-provided vehicle clean and maintained according to company policies.
- Safeguard and maintain assigned tools.
- Follow the company safety program, SDS book, hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures; participate in weekly Toolbox talks and know the location of relevant safety documentation on each project.
- Attend seminars as needed to stay current with technology, installation, and testing approaches.
- Train inspector trainees in applicable aspects of fire protection.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employer-paid long-term disability
- Employer-paid short-term disability
- Additional voluntary ancillary benefits, including accident and hospital indemnity
- Life insurance for team members and dependents
- Employee assistance program
- Employee referral program
- Training opportunities and career advancement
- Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
- Reimbursement for certain career development programs
- Potential bonuses for specific certifications
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
