Sprinkler Inspector

Sciens Building Solutions • Bulverde, TX

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About The Position

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Inspector to provide inspection and maintenance capabilities. The position works closely with sales, field project teams, and clients to ensure customer systems are inspected and maintained in a code-compliant manner. It is a key role on a growing team and requires attention to detail, effective interpersonal skills, and strong verbal and written communication.

The inspector reviews system layouts and coordinates with systems and service departments, communicates with onsite contractors, performs field surveys, and records daily project activity. The role includes inspecting and maintaining fire sprinkler systems, preparing detailed NFPA-compliant inspection and deficiency reports, and delivering projects on schedule and within cost budgets. The inspector logs and transmits reports using a laptop, oversees project and vehicle inventory, and provides guidance and expertise to other inspectors. The role also involves efficient, cost-effective scheduling and progress management, quality focus, and compliance with industry procedures and Sciens safety programs and policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the Fire and Life Safety industry.
• Enrolled and actively progressing through the Sprinkler Apprentice Program.
• Strong understanding of sprinkler system components and how they work.
• Working knowledge of wet, dry, and pre-action systems, backflows, and fire pumps.
• Basic understanding of NFPA 13.
• NICET Level I.
• Job- or site-specific equipment certification as determined by the business.
• Product-specific certifications as determined by the business.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings.
• Willingness and ability to use electronic devices and software to complete inspection reports and other duties.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and ability to obtain OSHA 10 Certification.
• Customer-focused, with project and people management skills.
• Good organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform demanding trade work, including frequent lifting up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, working at heights, climbing ladders, and standing and walking for most of the workday.
• Ability to travel occasionally overnight as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with installation of underground piping.
• Certification in backflow inspection and repair.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with the systems and service departments for successful project execution.
• Communicate and coordinate with onsite contractors.
• Produce field surveys and daily project activity logs.
• Inspect and maintain fire sprinkler systems.
• Produce detailed inspection and deficiency reports in accordance with NFPA.
• Deliver projects on schedule and within cost budgets.
• Log and transmit inspection reports using laptop computers.
• Oversee project inventory and maintain vehicle inventory.
• Provide support, guidance, and expertise to other inspectors.
• Manage job scheduling and job progress efficiently and cost-effectively, with a focus on quality.
• Comply with industry-standard procedures and Sciens safety programs and policies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED