What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Sprinkler Inspector, Trainee position at Century Fire Protection?
🔥 Fire Sprinkler Inspector Trainee
Division 24 | Knoxville, TN
Learn the systems. Build your skills. Start your career in fire protection.
We’re looking for a motivated Fire Sprinkler Inspector Trainee ready to learn the fire protection industry. You’ll work alongside experienced inspectors, gain hands-on experience, and build the skills needed to grow into a successful Fire Sprinkler Inspector.
🛠️ What You’ll Do
This is your opportunity to learn the trade from experienced professionals, earn industry certifications, and build a career in fire protection.
What's In It For You?
🔥 About Century Fire Protection
Build a Career That Burns Bright! 🔥
Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies in the Southeast—and we’re still growing! With a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth, employees are empowered to do their jobs, serve our clients, and make an impact. There’s no better place to build a career in the fire protection industry.
❤️ We Invest in Our People
We believe our people are our biggest asset. That’s why we offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, professional development, and the tools and training needed to succeed and grow.
🎁 Benefits Include
Build a Career That Burns Bright! We support and hire Veterans and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Division 24 | Knoxville, TN
Learn the systems. Build your skills. Start your career in fire protection.
We’re looking for a motivated Fire Sprinkler Inspector Trainee ready to learn the fire protection industry. You’ll work alongside experienced inspectors, gain hands-on experience, and build the skills needed to grow into a successful Fire Sprinkler Inspector.
🛠️ What You’ll Do
- Assist with inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems
- Learn to test valves, alarms, gauges, water flow devices, and other components
- Learn NFPA inspection procedures and documentation requirements
- Document inspection results, deficiencies, and recommended corrective actions
- Maintain inspection tools, equipment, and service vehicles
- Assist with customer communication and scheduling needs
- Follow company and OSHA safety requirements
- Participate in ongoing training and certification programs
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Construction, mechanical, or fire protection experience is a plus
- Technical training in fire protection, mechanical systems, or construction is a plus
- Willingness to learn and pursue NICET certifications
- Basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills
- Comfortable using mobile inspection and digital reporting systems
- Lift and carry up to 40–50 lbs.
- Stand, walk, bend, and climb ladders for extended periods
- Work in mechanical rooms, ceilings, rooftops, and elevated or confined spaces
- Work in both indoor and outdoor environments
This is your opportunity to learn the trade from experienced professionals, earn industry certifications, and build a career in fire protection.
What's In It For You?
🔥 About Century Fire Protection
Build a Career That Burns Bright! 🔥
Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies in the Southeast—and we’re still growing! With a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth, employees are empowered to do their jobs, serve our clients, and make an impact. There’s no better place to build a career in the fire protection industry.
❤️ We Invest in Our People
We believe our people are our biggest asset. That’s why we offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, professional development, and the tools and training needed to succeed and grow.
🎁 Benefits Include
- Competitive Pay Performance Incentives
- Medical Insurance with 3 Plans to Choose From
- Dental Insurance with 2 Plans to Choose From
- Vision Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Relief Fund Financial Grants
- Supplemental Insurance, including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident
- Company-Issued Laptop and/or Tablet
- Company-Paid Training & Certifications
- $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus for each person referred and hired
Build a Career That Burns Bright! We support and hire Veterans and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.