Fire Sprinkler Technician / Inspector NICET II
Location
North Carolina, USA
Level
Technician
Department
Type
Full - Time
Salary
$30-$37 per hour
Job Description
Posted on:
January 15, 2026
The Inspection and Testing of Water Based Systems, NICET Certified Technician Level II, will be joining the Optimum Fire & Security Federal Inspection Team.
Job Type: Full-time
Hourly Pay Range: $30-$37
Company-provided vehicle, power tools, and testers (hand tools are employee-provided)
Benefits:
- Dental Insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Optimum Fire and Security is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Schedule:
License:
- NICET-Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems ITM Level II
- United States
- 7 AM
- 4 PM
- A job for which military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply
- A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
- www.optimumfireandsecurity.com
- www.facebook.com/OPTIMUMPROTECTION
- A waiting period of 90 days
- Only full-time employees are eligible
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- 8-hour shift
- Day shift
- 8-hour shift
Responsibilities
NICET Certified Fire Sprinkler Systems Inspector/Technician Responsibilities:
- Interpret and apply applicable Codes and Standards, including IBC, IFC, and NFPA 13, 20, 22, and 25
- Perform fire sprinkler inspections and fire pump inspections in a multitude of differing environments, structures, and settings
- Extensive knowledge of fire sprinkler/fire pump systems
- Extensive knowledge of building reports
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read installation and system manuals
- Ability to read blueprints and building plans
- Extensive knowledge of sprinkler and fire codes
- Ability to use hand and power tools
Job Requirements
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Vocational/technical/ school training is highly preferred; on-the-job training may be provided
- Two years of related experience required
- Fire years of experience preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders
- Physically able to install system hardware
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time
- Comply with all Company, Client, and Federal safety policies
- Inspect new or existing installations, prepare reports, and make recommendations
NICET Certified Fire Sprinkler Systems Inspector/Technician Requirements:
- Minimum NICET Certification in Water-Based Fire Protection Systems ITM Level II
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to solve basic math problems
- Ability to complete site surveys, identify code issues, and find solutions
- Completion of daily logs
