Fire Protection Inspections Technician

Overview

Inspect fire protection systems per NFPA codes, including sprinklers, alarms, pumps.

Key Responsibilities

• sprinkler inspection
• alarm testing
• pump testing
• nfpa reporting
• extinguisher inspection
• safety compliance

Tasks

-Inspections of "special" fire sprinkler systems such as pre-action, dry pipe, and foam. This will include "trip" testing and re-setting of special system valves and associated devices. -Inspections and testing of fire alarm and detection systems. -Inspections and testing of fire pumps including annual full-flow functional testing. -Completion of the NFPA report forms associated with the various systems being inspected using a handheld PC device. -Inspections and testing of fire extinguishers. -Inspections of wet pipe fire sprinkler systems. -Observe and comply with all safety and project rules. Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• nicet
• driver's license
• low voltage
• fire alarm
• nfpa
• 5 years

What You Bring

-Must have and maintain a valid Driver's License and clean Department of Motor Vehicles report -NICET Certification required -Complete knowledge of low voltage wiring, especially troubleshooting. High level of knowledge & application of National Fire Alarm Code -Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions -Minimum 5 years of experience in Fire Protection/Life Safety industry -Able to meet all physical requirements. -High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required -Experience with fire detection systems including VESDA, FM200 and other gas extinguishing systems -Knowledge of functions associated with testing of fire alarms, access control, and security systems. -Thoroughly capable of reading, interpreting, and applying NFPA Code to inspection testing and maintenance of fire protection equipment. -Able to work overtime, nights, and weekends as required by the workload -Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management and customers -Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces -Must have the ability to work on ladders and lift equipment -Must be able to distinguish primary colors

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About Aero Automatic Sprinkler Company

-During the late 1980s it secured major municipal and university projects, including ASU, Sky Harbor Airport, and Maricopa County. -Acquired by Kiewit in 2007, it became one of the Southwest’s largest fire sprinkler contractors. -Projects range from office complexes, hospitals and stadiums to warehouses, libraries and theaters. -Services span design, 3‑D modeling, code‑compliant fabrication, installation, inspection and ongoing maintenance.

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