Fire Sprinkler Inspector
Location
Georgia, USA
Level
Associate
Department
Type
Full - Time
Salary
$60,000-$85,000
Job Description
Posted on:
March 24, 2026
About The Job
Title: Fire Sprinkler Inspector
Location: Atlanta, GA
Salary Range: $60K–$85K
Topa Group is partnered with a leading Fire Protection firm in Atlanta. We are seeking a dedicated Fire Sprinkler Inspector to conduct routine testing and maintenance of water-based fire protection systems. This role is critical for ensuring client facilities remain compliant with NFPA 25 standards and Georgia state fire codes. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated professional with a deep understanding of fire safety regulations and a commitment to protecting lives and property.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Inspections & Testing: Conduct mandated weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual inspections of wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge sprinkler systems.
- Compliance Monitoring: Perform required water-flow tests, main drain tests, and fire pump tests in accordance with NFPA 25.
- Deficiency Reporting: Identify and document system leaks, corrosion, or mechanical failures; provide detailed recommendations for corrective actions.
- Documentation: Utilize mobile inspection software (e.g., Building Reports) to generate accurate reports for building owners and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
- Client Coordination: review inspection results with facility managers and coordinate with the service department for necessary repairs.
- Safety Adherence: Ensure all testing is performed safely, including proper signaling to central monitoring stations to avoid false alarms.
Job Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Licensing: Must possess a valid Georgia Fire Sprinkler Inspector License (requires NICET Level II or higher in Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Systems).
- Experience: 3–5 years of experience specifically in the inspection and testing of water-based fire protection systems.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of NFPA 25, 13, and 20 standards.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 40 lbs.
- Drivers License: Clean driving record and valid license for travel throughout the Atlanta metro area.
Work Environment
- Field-Based: Daily travel to commercial, industrial, and residential sites across Atlanta, Marietta, and Sandy Springs.
- Flexible Schedule: Full-time role that may occasionally include early morning or after-hours inspections to minimize client business disruption.
Preferred Skills
- NICET Level III in Inspection & Testing of Water-Based Systems.
- Cross-training in fire alarm or fire extinguisher inspections.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and system schematics.
- Strong communication skills for interfacing with AHJs and property owners.
