Inspector

Summit Fire & Security

The Role

Overview

Inspect, test, and maintain fire protection systems per NFPA codes.

Key Responsibilities

  • fire inspections
  • system testing
  • deficiency reporting
  • tool maintenance
  • customer communication
  • safety compliance

Tasks

-Communicate with internal and external customers as well as offsite monitoring companies in a professional manner. -Ensure that all assigned tools are safeguarded and maintained. -Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Participate in weekly Toolbox talks. Inspectors must know where all related safety documentation is at all times on each project. -Plan, coordinate, and complete inspections as scheduled in a timely manner. -Inspect, test, and maintain fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA codes with working knowledge of sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices and critical components. -Train inspector trainees in all applicable aspects of fire protection. -Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained as required by company policies. -Attend seminars from time to time to stay abreast of changing technology, installation and testing approaches. -Record and report deficiencies of fire protection systems to SFS and Customers.

Requirements

  • hs diploma
  • nicet
  • fire inspection
  • salesforce
  • microsoft office
  • driver's license

What You Bring

-Required to be in an on-call status as required by location to handle emergency service and inspection requests -HS Diploma or equivalent, required. -Ability to operate a computer, tablet and read electronic blueprints required. Experience with SalesForce and Microsoft Office is preferred. -Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required. -Must be able to work alone and as part of a team. Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, problem solving skills, customer service skills, decision making skills, ability to multitask, ability to meet project schedules, ability to plan and organize, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to train other is required. -NICET and/or state required certification required based on location, preferred. -Proper use and operation of tools required to complete the inspection (heat and smoke detector kit, backflow kit, pump equipment) -3-5 years’ experience inspecting fire protection systems required. 5+ years’ experience preferred. -Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement -Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.

Benefits

-Employee Assistance Program -Paid Vacation and Holidays -Medical Insurance -Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid -Employee Referral Program -401(k) Plan with Company Match -Vision Insurance -Dental Insurance -Flexible Spending Accounts -Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid -Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents -Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity

The Company

About Summit Fire & Security

-Rebranded to Summit Fire & Security in 2018 after joining SFP Holding. -Offers comprehensive services from engineering and installation to 24/7 monitoring across multiple U.S. regions. -Provides services for new-construction alarm and sprinkler systems in commercial buildings, residential safety installations, and ongoing lifecycle maintenance. -Headquartered in Reno with branches spanning Western, Southern, and Eastern U.S., blending local responsiveness with national scale. -Operates as a full-service partner, often absorbing smaller local fire-security firms under a centralized corporate framework. -Trusted for both standard builds and mission-critical sites, offering bespoke clean-agent suppression, warehouse integrations, and advanced intrusion systems.

Sector Specialisms

Fire Protection

Security Solutions

Life Safety

Fire Alarm Systems

Fire Sprinkler Systems

Special Hazards

Kitchen & Paint Booth Suppression

Security & Monitoring

Fire Extinguishers

Clean Agent Systems

Commercial Buildings

Industrial Facilities

Residential Services

Government Facilities

Energy Sector

Infrastructure

Transportation

Utilities

Water Resources

Marine

Heavy Civil

Solar Energy

Wind Energy

Nuclear Energy

Security Clearance

-must comply with sfs's drug and alcohol policy and background screening requirements, which may include additional customer‑specific checks.

Inspector at Summit Fire & Security in Chattanooga, TN