Fire Alarm Inspector
About The Position
Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Alarm Inspector to provide fire alarm inspection and maintenance services. The position works closely with the sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure customer systems are inspected and maintained in a code-compliant manner. It is a key role on a growing team that 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, preparing field surveys and daily project logs, and producing detailed inspection and deficiency reports in accordance with NFPA requirements. The inspector is responsible for completing work on schedule and within cost budgets, transmitting reports using technical devices, overseeing project and vehicle inventory, and supporting other inspectors. The position also involves managing job schedules and progress efficiently and cost-effectively, maintaining a focus on quality, and complying with industry standards and Sciens safety programs and 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/special hazard fire suppression systems.
- NICET Level I.
- Intermediate knowledge of NFPA 72 and IFC code or state-adopted fire code requirements.
- Ability to read technical drawings and diagrams and follow specifications.
- Physical ability to perform demanding trade work, including frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds, 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 inventory and vehicle inventory.
- Provide support, guidance, and expertise to other inspectors.
- Manage job scheduling and progress efficiently and cost-effectively, with a strong focus on quality.
- Comply with industry standards and Sciens safety programs and policies.
- Work effectively under tight deadlines.
Benefits
- Paid time off plan and holidays.
- 401(k) matching.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
- Life insurance.
- Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle.
- Professional career development opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
