Fire Sprinkler Inspector

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of experience in the Fire and Life Safety inspection industry.
• Strong understanding of all sprinkler systems components and how they work.
• Thorough understanding of wet, dry, pre‑action systems and fire pump operations.
• Comprehensive understanding of NFPA 13, NFPA 25, NFPA 72, NFPA 70 RME‑I or RME‑G under the above update.
• NICET level II or III TCEQ license required to complete test and inspect on backflow equipment.
• Product Specific Certifications as determined by the business.
• 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.
• 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.

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.