Fire Protection Inspector

Fire Protection Inspector Lead

Shambaugh Fire Protection is looking for a Fire Protection Inspector Lead. In this role you will be responsible for technical oversight, planning, execution, and documentation of quality control activities related to fire sprinkler and alarm systems. This role ensures compliance with NFPA codes, contract documents, and industry standards across all phases—from design validation and submittals through installation, testing, and commissioning.

Pay Range: $25-35 per hour

• Develop and implement the fire protection and alarm plan across all project phases, aligning with project specifications and codes.
• Lead the execution of technical inspections and quality audits on fire protection and alarm systems.
• Coordinate the review and approval of submittals, shop drawings, redlines, and as‑built documentation.
• Perform inspections in daily field inspections, reporting, and documentation of compliance.
• Interface with field superintendents, system programmers, and subcontractors to resolve installation deficiencies.
• Collaborate with Commissioning Authority, General Contractor, and Owner’s Rep to schedule and execute final acceptance testing.
• Attend QA/QC, commissioning, and safety meetings; provide status updates and resolve escalated issues.
• Generate and maintain reports, test sheets, punch lists, and device tracking logs, closeout documentation, and final test results.
• Ensure traceability of all system components (model numbers, serials, batch codes).
• Mentor technicians and conduct ongoing training on NFPA requirements, inspection techniques, and system troubleshooting.
• Track quality KPIs, nonconformance trends, and ensure corrective/preventive actions are executed and logged.
• Verify contractor and in‑house team adherence to code requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Fulfill all other duties as assigned and needed.

• High school diploma or state‑recognized GED, associate or bachelor’s degree, or higher education preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in commercial/industrial fire protection and life safety or related industry.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of local and national fire alarm codes (NFPA, IFC, ADA, UL, IBC, IEC, NEC, etc.) and regulations as well as the ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Autodesk Construction Cloud, AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, Procore, Building Connect and Microsoft Project.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and mathematical aptitude, with attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities under time constraints.
• Flexible to be available as needed to travel to client sites.
• NICET‑certified individuals preferred.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and work on ladders, lifts, or tight spaces.

• Ability to travel daily to customer sites/meetup point for primarily field‑based work.
• Ability to work exposed to mechanical rooms, industrial environments, and outdoor conditions.
• Ability to regularly use hand tools, ladders, and safety equipment.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required.

Shambaugh Fire Protection is a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure. We provide a competitive salary and benefits package and we are committed to equal opportunity for all applicants. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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