Fire Alarm Inspector

Sciens Building Solutions•Pleasanton, CA

About The Position

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Alarm Inspector to provide inspection and maintenance services for fire alarm systems. The role works closely with the sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure systems are inspected and maintained in a code-compliant manner. It requires attention to detail, effective interpersonal skills, and strong verbal and written communication. The inspector reviews system layouts and coordinates testing and inspections with the systems and service departments. The role includes inspecting and maintaining fire alarm systems, producing field surveys, daily project logs, and detailed inspection and deficiency reports in accordance with NFPA requirements. The inspector is responsible for completing and testing work on schedule and within budget, transmitting reports using technical devices, overseeing job and vehicle inventory, and managing job scheduling and progress efficiently and with a focus on quality. The position also supports and guides other inspectors and complies with industry standards and company safety policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–3 years of experience in an inspector technician role within the fire detection and protection industry.
Ability to work independently with some supervision.
Knowledge of current fire alarm and clean agent or special hazard fire suppression systems.
NICET Level I.
Intermediate knowledge of NFPA 72 and the International Fire Code (IFC) or applicable state-adopted fire code requirements.
Ability to read technical drawings and diagrams and follow specifications.
Physical ability to perform trade work, including frequent lifting up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, working at heights, climbing ladders, and standing and walking for most of the workday.
Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and ability to obtain OSHA 10 certification.
Ability to work under tight deadlines with a sense of urgency.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Review system layouts and coordinate with the systems and service departments for successful testing and inspection.
Produce field surveys and daily project activity logs.
Inspect and maintain fire alarm systems.
Prepare detailed inspection and deficiency reports in accordance with NFPA requirements.
Deliver and test work on schedule and within cost budgets.
Log and transmit inspection reports using technical devices.
Oversee project and vehicle inventory.
Provide support, guidance, and expertise to other inspectors.
Manage job scheduling and progress efficiently and cost-effectively, with a focus on quality.
Comply with industry standards and Sciens safety programs and policies.
Work effectively under tight deadlines.