Sprinkler- Inspector

Summit Companies•Tyler, TX

About The Position

Inspectors inspect, test, and maintain fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps, and backflows with minimal supervision. They work in accordance with NFPA codes, report system deficiencies, coordinate scheduled inspections, and communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and offsite monitoring companies. The role includes maintaining company vehicles and assigned tools, following safety programs and procedures, participating in weekly Toolbox talks, keeping safety documentation available, attending seminars to stay current with technology and testing approaches, and training inspector trainees. On-call availability may be required based on location to respond to emergency service and inspection requests. The position requires frequent local travel and occasional regional and non-regional travel. Work takes place indoors and outdoors, often in hot or cold temperatures and environments that may include loud noise, cramped spaces, dust, fumes, odors, hard surfaces, and electrical hazards. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn in accordance with company safety policies. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform 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, mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, customer service, decision-making, multitasking, scheduling, planning, organizing, troubleshooting, and training skills.
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 SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and background screening requirements, which may include customer-specific requirements.
Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including frequent bending, climbing step stools, ladders, and stairs, kneeling, lifting under 50 pounds, reaching, and standing and walking for extended periods.
Ability to meet visual requirements, including color vision, near and far vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Ability to consistently wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by company safety policies.

Nice To Haves

NICET and/or state-required certification, depending on location.
Five or more years of experience inspecting fire protection systems.
Experience with Salesforce and Microsoft Office.

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 SFS and customers.
Communicate professionally with internal and external customers and offsite monitoring companies.
Properly use and operate inspection tools, including heat and smoke detector kits, backflow kits, and pump equipment.
Plan, coordinate, and complete inspections as scheduled and in a timely manner.
Maintain on-call status as required by location for emergency service and inspection requests.
Keep the company-provided vehicle clean and well maintained according to company policies.
Safeguard and maintain assigned tools.
Follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures.
Participate in weekly Toolbox talks and know where related safety documentation is located on each project.
Attend seminars as needed to stay current with changing technology, installation, and testing approaches.
Train inspector trainees in applicable aspects of fire protection.
Perform other duties as assigned.