Fire Sprinkler Inspector - RMEI

About the Role

This role reports to the Branch Manager and is located in Dallas, TX. AFS is looking for Fire Sprinkler RMEI Inspector for immediate opportunities. The preferred candidate will have Fire Sprinkler Inspector experience with an RME-I for commercial, industrial, and multi-family buildings.

What you’ll do (day to day)

• Inspect, maintain, test fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA codes. Have a working knowledge of sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices, and components.
• You will need to communicate with internal and external customers as well as offsite monitoring companies.
• Proper use and operation of tools required to complete the inspection ex. heat and smoke detector kit, backflow kit, pump equipment, etc.
• Plan, coordinate, and complete inspections as scheduled.
• Required to be in an on-call status as required by location to handle emergency service and inspection requests.
• Record and report deficiencies of fire protection systems to customers.
• Understand and follow AFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures. Fire Sprinkler Inspectors must know where all related safety documentation is at all times.
• Train inspector trainees.

Required Education and Experience

• Strong working knowledge of life safety and NFPA codes is preferred.
• State of Texas RME-I License - REQUIRED
• Working knowledge of sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices, and critical components
• Willing to perform testing and maintenance.
• Able to complete documentation as necessary, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Willing to coordinate between inspection deficiencies and service required to correct found deficiencies.
• Prepared to read and write English clearly.
• Capability to present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) and the general public.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to pass a drug test per company policy.

Why join us?

We are looking for great people to join a fast-paced, growing, and innovative business. We offer:

• 100% company paid health benefits, vision, and dental programs for employee.
• Personal time-off
• 401(K) match
• Merit advancement opportunities
• Career development & training
• Pay $OPEN (Depends on experience level)

About AFS

American Fire Systems has been in business for 22 years, selling, designing, installing, inspecting and maintaining fire protection systems in Texas for some of the nation’s largest high-end multi-family developers. Specializing in fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, fire pumps & fire extinguishers, AFS is pursuing new verticals, new services, and new markets to aggressively augment their growth. Now pursuing fire protection opportunities in Commercial, Industrial, Government, Education (K-12) & Healthcare as well as the Multi-Family, AFS has also expanded into the Security field and now offers expertise in selling, designing, installing and servicing CCTV & Security Alarms, Access Control systems and monitoring services for both Security and Fire Alarm. These initiatives demand acquiring and developing new talent and ambitious team members who want a burgeoning career in the industry with a company intent on future growth.

Not only is American Fire Systems continuing to grow in their offerings, they are also increasing their reach. While holding a significant market share in the greater Houston and Austin metro areas, AFS has recently opened offices in San Antonio/Dallas/Fort Worth markets.

*American Fire Systems is an equal opportunity employer*

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Fire Sprinkler Protection: 2 years (Required)
• Fire Sprinkler Inspections: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• RME-I (Required)

Work Location: In person