Lightning Protection System Inspector - Texas

UL Solutions•Dallas, TX

11d•$80,000 - $100,000•Remote

About The Position

UL is hiring a home-based Lightning Protection System Inspector to support its Lightning Protection Services in the Dallas/Houston, Texas region. The role involves independently scheduling and conducting regional field inspections of lightning protection system installations to verify compliance with UL 96A, NFPA 780, and other applicable standards and technical requirements. The inspector documents results and potential non-conformances, verifies selected components and UL labels, and performs or witnesses required testing, including three-point fall-of-potential ground resistance testing. The position requires regional travel, independent workload management, sound technical judgment, and effective communication with customers and internal teams. The inspector explains technical issues, UL procedures, requirements, and timelines; provides technical assistance; supports customer relationships by explaining UL services; and may represent UL at industry meetings, seminars, trade shows, or customer meetings. Candidates must be located near or relocate to the Dallas/Houston, Texas region. UL is a global safety science company employing more than 15,000 professionals in over 100 countries. The position offers an estimated salary range of $80,000 to $100,000 and is eligible for an annual bonus with a target payout of 5% of base salary. Benefits include health, wellness, and retirement savings benefits, as well as paid vacation, holidays and personal days, and sick time.

Requirements

Associate degree or post-secondary vocational education diploma in a relevant technical discipline, such as Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or Physics, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of three years of directly related experience.
Working knowledge of lightning protection systems and applicable technical terminology.
Knowledge of UL 96A and NFPA 780.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a large workload independently.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Ability and willingness to travel within the assigned region.
Candidate must be located near or relocate to the Dallas/Houston, Texas region.

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting field inspections, audits, or compliance assessments.
Experience preparing inspection reports or documenting non-conformances.
Familiarity with ground resistance testing methods.
Experience working directly with customers in a technical service environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct field inspections of lightning protection systems installed on structures in accordance with applicable standards and specifications.
Evaluate installations for compliance with UL 96A, NFPA 780, and other applicable technical requirements.
Document inspection results and prepare reports, including potential non-conformance findings.
Verify components, materials, markings, and UL labels for selected system components.
Perform or witness required testing, such as three-point fall-of-potential ground resistance testing.
Independently schedule inspections and complete assigned work within required timelines.
Communicate with customers about technical issues, UL procedures, requirements, and completion dates.
Provide technical assistance to customers and internal teams.
Support customer relationships by explaining UL services and promoting the value of existing and new service offerings.
Represent UL at industry meetings, seminars, trade shows, or customer meetings as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.