Inspector $2500 SIGN ON BONUS

Allied Fire Protection•San Antonio, TX

17h

About The Position

The Inspector (RME-I) inspects fire protection systems in commercial or other structures, completes inspection documentation, and works in accordance with applicable NFPA standards, company procedures, and safety requirements. Depending on licenses held, the role may cover sprinkler, fire alarm, fire extinguisher, hood suppression, and special hazard systems. Inspectors are expected to cross-train for additional licenses. A Super Tech holds all specified fire licenses, leads larger inspections and special projects, mentors other technicians, and may assist or fill in for the inspection manager. The position emphasizes safe and cost-effective work, accurate records and timesheets, equipment and vehicle care, inventory management, jobsite organization, production efficiency, quality control, customer satisfaction, and professional communication. The inspector must be punctual, participate in required training and meetings, and work overtime, out of town, or on call as needed. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is advertised.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Hold the required NICET level for the trade and applicable, current Texas Department of Insurance license.
Current and valid Texas driver’s license with a clean driving record; the description also requires an acceptable criminal background.
Strong understanding of materials, tools, equipment, and procedures used in installation, and working knowledge of NFPA standards.
Sprinkler: minimum 5 years of experience; installation or service experience is a plus.
Alarm: minimum 3 years of experience; installation or service experience is a plus.
Extinguisher: minimum 2 years of experience.
Hood suppression: minimum 3 years of experience.
Special hazard: minimum 5 years of experience, an FAL license, and related work experience.
Ability to take direction from upper management and accurately complete and maintain required paperwork.
Ability to maintain a company vehicle and tools in accordance with company policy.
Willingness and ability to perform testing and maintenance.
Ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure while meeting scheduled timeframes; able to work independently with moderate supervision.
Strong customer service skills and attention to detail.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to comply with company core values and the safety handbook.

Nice To Haves

Sprinkler installation or service experience.
Alarm installation or service experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect structures containing fire sprinkler systems and inspect associated components, including wet, dry, fire pump, pre-action, deluge, antifreeze loop, and backflow systems.
Inspect fire alarm systems and associated components.
Inspect fire extinguishers, hood suppression systems, and special hazard systems, as applicable to licenses held.
Complete all inspection-related documentation accurately and professionally, including required signatures.
Maintain working knowledge of applicable NFPA standards, materials, manufacturer installation manuals, and installation processes.
Maintain the RME-I license and obtain and maintain TCEQ backflow licensing (B-PAT), as applicable.
Cross-train in additional licensing duties to obtain multiple licenses.
For Super Tech duties, hold all specified fire licenses, lead large inspections and special projects, mentor lower-level technicians, and assist or fill in for the inspection manager as required.
Follow company safety initiatives, submit required safety documentation, and report incidents and accidents promptly and accurately.
Complete required safety and certification training.
Submit accurate timesheets on time, including job information, overtime, and travel time.
Manage inventory and materials, including reviewing, updating, approving, and timely submitting packing slips.
Maintain and care for trucks, lifts, tools, and other equipment.
Keep jobsites clean, organized, and professional; maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Monitor production efficiency against budgeted labor hours and proactively communicate with the superintendent.
Follow company SOPs, including requirements for purchase orders and change orders.
Maintain punctuality and attendance, communicate proactively with supervisors, and participate in required team meetings.
Support customer satisfaction, respond to survey feedback with improvement actions, and maintain quality control to reduce return trips and warranty work.
Communicate professionally with team members, internal and external customers, and the local office; demonstrate teamwork.
Work overtime, out of town, or on call as needed.
Identify and document inspection deficiencies and required corrective service.
Perform testing and maintenance, and complete assigned work independently or with a team under moderate supervision.