Fire Sprinkler Inspector

State Systems, Inc.  Fire Sprinkler Inspector  Middle TN / Nashville metropolitan area  Perform scheduled field inspections on water-based fire sprinkler systems in all areas covered by the company.

Clearly report deficiencies found to both the clients and departmental supervisors.

Perform other miscellaneous tasks requested of you by the supervisor.   Responsibilities :

• Perform visual inspection of fire sprinkler and fire suppression systems from the ground level checking the necessary components.
• Perform inspection of wet, dry, pre-action deluge and foam systems.
• Trip, observe and reset dry valves, read gauges and record information noting deficiencies and ensuring pressures are within acceptable levels.
• Execute water flow testing, exercise, turn and lubricate fire sprinkler system valves and run main drain tests on all risers.
• Verify proper communication with monitoring station when working on a monitored system.
• Complete system tests to verify fire sprinkler system devices are working properly.
• Finalize inspection reports and turn in to management.
• Discuss deficiencies noted with customer, explaining the failed scenarios and their resolutions.
• Ensure all work is performed to NFPA and company standards with quality inspections.  Complete inspections as efficiently as possible and communicate issues to the inspections admin team in a timely manner.
• Work within a team of inspectors to collaborate, problem solve, and learn in a fast-paced environment. Work independently when necessary to self-manage and complete jobs within the allotted time.
• Must be able to walk and climb ladders to safely test fire protection systems.
• Excellent communication skills with both clients and departmental employees (this is an absolute must).
• Self-starter with desire to excel. Motivated to complete daily tasks.
• Learn to give the client what they need to ensure their system(s) are performing to their peak potential.
• Become trained on mobile devices to complete the job (PDA / Hand held scanner).
• Learn to complete 5-Year, Annual, Semi-Annual, Quarterly, Monthly and Weekly inspections on all types of water-based fire sprinkler systems.
• NICET Certification preferred (NICET Level I).
• Learn to trouble shoot issues in field and present potential resolutions to supervisor(s).
• Must be reliable.

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Preferred Qualifications :

Benefits :

State Systems is committed to helping you achieve your best health & rewards you for taking part in a wellness program.    An Equal Opportunity Employer :

By operating with the utmost integrity, offering superior products and excellent customer service, State Systems has positioned itself as a leader in numerous industries providing a wide range of products and services through four divisions :