What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Sprinkler Inspector position at Sciens Building Solutions?
THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL - $5,000 Sign on Bonus
Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Inspector to provide inspection and maintenance capabilities. This position will work closely with our sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure our customers’ systems are inspected and maintained in a code-compliant manner. This is a key position for our growing team and requires attention to detail in all aspects of executing projects. Customer and employee interface requires a high degree of effective human relations. Communication skills, both verbal and written, are important elements of the position.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (and doing well!)
- Responsible for reviewing system layouts and coordinating with the systems and service departments for successful project execution.
- Communicate and coordinate with onsite contractors.
- Produce field surveys and daily project activity logs.
- Responsible for inspecting and maintaining fire sprinkler systems.
- Produce detailed inspection and deficiency reports in accordance with NFPA.
- Responsible for delivering projects on schedule and within cost budgets.
- Responsible for logging and transmitting inspection reports via laptop computers.
- Oversight of project inventory and responsibility for vehicle inventory.
- Provide support, guidance, and expertise to the other inspectors.
- Manage job scheduling and job progress in an efficient and cost-effective manner, with a strong focus on quality.
- Comply with industry standard procedures and Sciens safety programs/policies.
WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in the Fire and Life Safety industry.
- Enrolled and actively going through the Sprinkler Apprentice Program.
- Strong understanding of all sprinkler systems components and how they work.
- Working knowledge of wet, dry, and pre-action systems, as well as backflows and fire pumps.
- Experience with installation of underground piping preferred but not required.
- 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.
- Certified in backflow inspection and repair preferred.
- Ability to read fire system design drawings.
- Willing and able to utilize electronic devices and software for completion of inspection reports and other duties.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and able to obtain OSHA 10 Certification.
- Customer-focused; skilled in project and people management.
- Good organizational, decision-making, and communication skills
- Be physically fit to perform the demanding work of the trade, including frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds, maximum occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; able to work from heights and climb ladders; standing and walking for most of the workday.
- Ability to travel occasionally overnight, as needed.
- Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation.
- NICET Certification Desired but not Required
WHAT WE’RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE
- $5,000 Sign on Bonus
- 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