Fire Sprinkler Inspector
Fire Safety and Protection
- Birmingham, AL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Inspecting and testing fire sprinkler systems in accordance with local, state, and national codes and standards.
- Identifying deficiencies and making recommendations for repairs or upgrades to bring the system up to code.
- Providing reports and documentation of inspection results to building owners, facility managers, and fire departments.
- Working with technicians to ensure that repairs and upgrades are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Ensuring that fire sprinkler systems are in compliance with all applicable regulations, including those related to water pressure, valve operation, and sprinkler head coverage.
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of inspection results, repair work, and equipment maintenance.
- Providing training and education to building owners, facility managers, and employees on fire sprinkler systems, emergency procedures, and evacuation protocols.
- Investigating false alarms and developing strategies to reduce the frequency of false alarms.
- Staying up-to-date with changes in fire codes and standards and recommending changes to fire sprinkler systems as needed.
- Working with fire departments to coordinate emergency response procedures and provide assistance during emergencies.
- High school diploma or equivalent, with specialized training in fire sprinkler systems and inspection.
- Certification from a recognized organization, such as the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), may be required.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills are essential for this role, as is the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Attention to detail and the ability to analyze technical data and reports are also important attributes for a Sprinkler Inspector.
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- MedPlus – Supplemental Medical Expense (GAP) Insurance
- Voluntary Life/AD&D
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability
- Supplemental Voluntary Insurance Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, Cancer, Medical Bridge, Life & AD&D
- 401k Retirement Plan (Traditional & Roth)
- Referral Bonus
- Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 70 lbs.
- Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 60 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
- Read and understand construction blueprints, diagrams, and specifications used in installation activities.
- Ability to work flexible hours.