Fire Inspector jobs in San Jose, CA

Join the team at Aegis Fire Systems, a Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Company, a leading provider of fire protection, life safety, and security systems across the U.S. With a strong focus on customer experience and employee development, we are seeking a dedicated Fire Sprinkler Technician to contribute to our mission of ensuring safety in commercial environments.

$30 per hour.

**Duties:**

This position requires previous Sprinkler Inspection experience with NFPA reporting. The Inspector is responsible for performing building sprinkler inspections including testing devices, recording and generating results, and providing reports. Duties include assisting both the Lead Inspector and/or Inspection Manager in collecting data and generating any necessary paperwork (Sprinkler Inspection Reports, Quick Reports, and Inspection Certificates). NFPA 25 required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Ensure that all inspections are completed on a timely basis and that inspections are done accurately and thoroughly.
• Testing of all building sprinkler control panels, devices, and functions of the sprinkler system and entering the test results into the Palm handheld device.
• Upon completion of an inspection download the information and generate a completed Sprinkler Inspection Report.
• Participate in monthly team meetings.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Education/Qualification: 

• College Degree is preferred; however, a High School diploma or equivalent is acceptable with acceptable experience.
• Previous Sprinkler Inspection experience required.
• NFPA 25 required.
• Study and learn NFPA standards for the inspection and testing of fire protection systems. Stay current with code requirements, and industry changes, and obtain NICET certifications
• Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills and be customer service oriented.
• Must be able and willing to work within a team environment.
• Sprinkler experience is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in using test equipment including sensitivity test equipment, multi-meters, battery analyzers, sound level meters, and communicating devices.
• Need good networking PC skills including use of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and use of Palm unit operating systems.
• Reliable transportation to and from the office or job site.
• Must be punctual. Being on time is critical due to the need to perform sound tests prior to building tenant arrivals.

Other Duties:

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Industrial, Commercial, & Residential building environment with moderate to high noise levels, and comfort with working at heights
• Mostly a physically demanding role. Most of the daily demand is standing and walking stairs and climbing ladders.
• May need to lift objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to be on the phone and computer consistently throughout the day.

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is the U.S. leader in fire protection, life safety, and security systems. Founded in 1946, we are the largest fully integrated provider of testing, maintenance, and installation of fire detection systems, fire alarms, extinguishers, fire suppression and sprinkler systems, security, and monitoring services for businesses nationwide. Operating over 170 locations across the U.S., we prioritize customer experience, employee training, competitive benefits, and creating a caring work environment for our team members.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Fire Sprinkler: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Pleasanton, CA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pleasanton, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person