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Lawrence Borst

Nottingham,PA

Summary

Seasoned Fire Sprinkler Inspector with a robust history in Sprinkler Fire inspections, showcasing expertise in NFPA standards compliance and exceptional problem-solving abilities. Excelled in roles from technician to manager, demonstrating leadership by supervising division budgets and enhancing operational efficiency. Holds NICET I & II certification and ASSE Backflow license, underscoring a commitment to safety and quality in fire protection services.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Sprinkler Inspector

Kistler O'Brien Fire Protection
06.2022 - 12.2024

Conducted annual, semi-annual, quarterly, monthly and weekly inspections per NFPA-25.This included wet, dry, deluge, pre-action, fire pumps, standpipes and anti-freeze system's. I preformed 5 year inter inspections, 5 year FDC hydro tests, 3 year air leak test and full flow test. I used the Sedona and Alice reports on the tablet with other company specific reports.


For 8-9 month's I was the Sprinkler Manager in the Paoli office. I was responsible for supervising the division budget from getting payment from clients to what best use of technicians schedule for the daily profits. I assisted the coordinator for trying to make the most useful time of the technicians work. I filled reports from technicians to the company Sedona system that held all of the clients information. I also assisted the other divisions when asked.



Home Improvement Contractor

Self-employment
11.2008 - 05.2022

As the owner operator, I quoted work, ordered, received, installed and handled all of the office responsibilities which included billing and forms. I installed plumbing, drywall, cabinets, kitchens, bathrooms, painting, woodwork and other job.

  • Interviewed clients to determine remodeling needs, budget and financing needs.

Sprinkler Fitter and Sprinkler Inspector

Sprinkler Fitter 669
06.1998 - 09.2008

I was an apprentice to journeyman and forman I have installed residential, commercial, industrial and nuclear power plants based on NFPS's 13, 13R and 13D. I have used power pipe machines, groovers, drill, lifts and other tools for the job.

I have worked on reading blue prints, installing various types of sprinkler systems. I performed inspections, service work and repairs on them as well.

Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy
10.1985 - 10.1999

I served aboard a supply ship and advanced from E-1 to E-4 in 3 years. Schooled on small boats and attack boats. I was in charge of up 15 sailors at time while performing our work.


  • Completed regular vessel inspections to identify deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.
  • Applied thorough navigation knowledge to determine geographical location and speed with or without assistive devices.
  • Maintained boat logs and oversaw cargo storage on or below decks, securing items, and protecting products from damage or loss.
  • Thoroughly inspected boats before each embarkment to verify maximum reliability.

As well as many other responsibilities.

Fire Sprinkler Technician

Grinnell Fire Protection
07.1996 - 08.1998

I was a sprinkler technician, I have installed residential and commercial based on NFPS's 13, 13R and 13D. I have used power pipe machines, groovers, drill, lifts and other tools for the job.

I have worked on reading blue prints, installing various types of sprinkler systems. I performed inspections, service work and repairs on them as well. I was licensed in Ohio to perform all sprinkler type inspections from wet, dry, deluge, standpipes to fire pumps based on NFPA 13's, 14 and 20.

Fire Sprinkler Inspector

ABCO
07.1994 - 07.1998

I was responsible for the company sprinkler division covering the North to mid state area of Ohio to Southern area of Michigan. I quoted small sprinkler installations, designed these systems, installed work, serviced systems, ordered parts, kept inventory, performed the inspections of the various type.

I was licensed in Ohio to perform all sprinkler type inspections from wet, dry, deluge, standpipes to fire pumps based on NFPA 13's, 14 and 20.

Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice

Commonwealth Fire Projection
04.1993 - 07.1994

I learned and performed work on sprinkler blue prints,pipe work, grooving, fire pump test, renovation of sprinkler systems, installation of systems, inspection of various sprinkler systems.

Junior Designer

Grinnell Fire Protection
01.1992 - 04.1992

I was in training to be a Fire Protection Designer. I did blue prints on the drafting table. Primarily for renovations and as builds. At that time, even though I was taught through collage to use the new CAD, I was to learn by hand.

Education

Fire Protection Engineering

Delaware Technical Community College
DE

High School Diploma -

York Technical High School
York, PA
06-1985

Skills

  • NICET I & II
  • ASSE Backflow license
  • Backflow prevention testing
  • Fire pump testing
  • NFPA standards compliance
  • Fire sprinkler installation
  • Hand and power tools
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Safety conscious
  • Piping installation
  • Power tool operation
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Hand and power tool operation
  • Blueprint reading

Certification

  • Fire Sprinkler System Installation Certificate – National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET).
  • ASSE International with New Jersey add on.

Timeline

Fire Sprinkler Inspector

Kistler O'Brien Fire Protection
06.2022 - 12.2024

Home Improvement Contractor

Self-employment
11.2008 - 05.2022

Sprinkler Fitter and Sprinkler Inspector

Sprinkler Fitter 669
06.1998 - 09.2008

Fire Sprinkler Technician

Grinnell Fire Protection
07.1996 - 08.1998

Fire Sprinkler Inspector

ABCO
07.1994 - 07.1998

Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice

Commonwealth Fire Projection
04.1993 - 07.1994

Junior Designer

Grinnell Fire Protection
01.1992 - 04.1992

Boatswain's Mate

U.S. Navy
10.1985 - 10.1999

Fire Protection Engineering

Delaware Technical Community College

High School Diploma -

York Technical High School
Lawrence Borst