Fire Sprinkler Inspector

Inspects and tests sprinkler systems so they work when fire strikes.

A day in the life

You open a test valve to flow water, check pressure gauges, and tag a system that passes inspection.

Pay over a career

Starting
$42k
Typical
$60k
High
$85k

Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.

Training

Certificate, about 1 year after high school. NICET certification; on-the-job training.

Ways in: On-the-job training, Certification. Training cost: Get paid while you train.

Outlook

Growing about average. No separate BLS projection for this specialty; rating is an estimate based on industry trends.

Will it last? Our AI estimate

Low risk for 10 years. Wireless sensors watch some systems, but code requires hands-on testing and certified sign-off.

Start now, in high school

Classes: Physics, Algebra.

Official data: O*NET occupation 49-9099.

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