About the Role
Expected to travel to any of our seven office locations to perform inspection work. A rotating schedule is applicable as needed for on-demand customer needs, including per diem, a company truck, gas card, toll tag, company cell phone, and tablet.
Responsibilities
- Perform sprinkler system inspections and inspect all associated components.
- Accurately complete all inspection-related documentation for sprinkler systems.
- Develop and maintain a working knowledge of applicable NFPA standards, common materials, and installation processes for sprinklers.
- Maintain RME-I license and obtain and maintain TCEQ backflow licensing (B-PAT).
- Cross-train in additional licensing duties to obtain multiple licenses for sprinkler systems.
- Perform alarm system inspections and inspect all associated components.
- Accurately complete all inspection-related documentation for alarm systems.
- Develop and maintain a working knowledge of applicable NFPA standards for alarms.
- Cross-train in additional licensing duties to obtain multiple licenses for alarm systems.
- Perform extinguisher, hood suppression, and/or special hazard system inspections and inspect all associated components.
- Accurately complete all inspection-related documentation for extinguishers, hood suppression, and special hazard systems.
- Develop and maintain a working knowledge of applicable NFPA standards, manufacturer installation manuals, and requirements for extinguishers, hood suppression, and special hazard systems.
- Cross-train in additional licensing duties to obtain multiple licenses for extinguisher, hood suppression, and special hazard systems.
- Hold all fire licenses, including RME-I, FAL, FEL-A, and B-PAT (Backflow Preventer) for Super Tech role.
- Lead large inspections and special projects, working with multiple technicians or independently.
- Perform duties in a cost-effective manner while inspecting structures with multiple fire protection system components.
- Assist and/or fill in for the inspection manager as required.
- Mentor lower-level technicians in their pursuit of additional licenses and technical knowledge.
- Believe in, live, and support the company's mission statement, core values, and business plan daily.
- Ensure timely and complete submittal of JSAs, Toolbox Talks, audit forms, etc.
- Ensure timely and accurate incident and accident reporting.
- Hold yourself accountable for all safety initiatives.
- Drive company vehicles safely and responsibly.
- Promote and support Stop Work Authority.
- Complete all training requirements — safety, certifications, etc.
- Submit accurate timesheets — including job numbers/names, overtime, travel time, and ensure submission on time.
- Support transition to electronic timesheet submission.
- Ensure all required documents are complete, accurate, and professional, with all required signatures.
- Review, update, and approve packing slips; submit in a timely manner; manage materials properly.
- Ensure proper maintenance and care of equipment — trucks, lifts, tools, etc.
- Keep jobsites clean, organized, and professional.
- Monitor production efficiency — remain aware of budget vs. actual labor hours and communicate proactively with superintendent.
- Support and ensure adherence to company SOPs — purchase orders, change orders, etc.
- Be punctual, maintain excellent attendance, and communicate proactively with supervisors.
- Ensure customer satisfaction and respond to customer survey feedback with improvement action.
- Maintain quality control to reduce return trips and warranty work.
- Maintain a professional appearance at all times.
- Communicate effectively and professionally within the department and with internal and external customers.
- Demonstrate teamwork and maintain positive interactions with your team and local office.
- Actively participate in required team meetings.
- Ability to work overtime, out of town, or on-call as needed.
Requirements
- Minimum education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Hold the required NICET level for the trade and applicable/current Texas Department of Insurance license.
- Strong understanding of materials, tools, equipment, and procedures used in the installation process, plus working knowledge of NFPA standards.
- Current and valid Texas driver’s license with a clean driving record and acceptable criminal background.
- Sprinkler: Minimum of 5 years of experience (installation/service experience is a plus).
- Alarm: Minimum of 3 years of experience (installation/service experience is a plus).
- Extinguisher: Minimum of 2 years of experience.
- Hood Suppression: Minimum of 3 years of experience.
- Special Hazard: Minimum of 5 years of experience; must have FAL license and related work experience.
- Ability to take direction from upper management.
- Accurately complete and maintain all required paperwork.
- Maintain company vehicle and tools in accordance with company policy.
- Must have a valid state driver’s license and a good driving record.
- Willing and able to perform testing and maintenance.
- Able to identify and document inspection deficiencies and required corrective service.
- Able to work effectively in a team environment and perform well under pressure while meeting scheduled timeframes.
- Capable of working independently and completing duties and projects with moderate supervision.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Great attention to detail.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Embrace and comply with all core values and the safety handbook.
Skills
- RME-I license
- TCEQ backflow licensing (B-PAT)
- NFPA standards
- Fire sprinkler systems
- Fire alarm systems
- Fire extinguishers
- Hood suppression systems
- Special hazard systems
- NICET level
- Texas Department of Insurance license
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Oral communication
- Written communication
- Teamwork
- Working independently
- Working under pressure
- Time management
Location
- Travel to seven office locations
Work Type
- Full-time
- Travel
- On-call
Experience Level
- Minimum 5 years sprinkler experience
- Minimum 3 years alarm experience
- Minimum 2 years extinguisher experience
- Minimum 3 years hood suppression experience
- Minimum 5 years special hazard experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- NICET level certification
- Texas Department of Insurance license
Benefits
- Per diem
- Company truck
- Gas card
- Toll tag
- Company cell phone
- Tablet
