Fire Alarm Test & Inspection Technician / Apprentice

MCS of Tampa•Tampa, FL

About The Position

Mission Critical Solutions (MCS) is hiring for Fire Alarm Test & Inspection Technicians and Apprentices in Tampa, FL. This is a full-time, permanent position with benefits. The Fire Alarm Test & Inspection Technicians and Apprentices perform commercial fire alarm test and inspections as its primary responsibility. Personnel will execute NFPA 72 inspections, document system performance, identify deficiencies, and work within customer facilities. Depending on experience, tasks may range from basic device testing and documentation to troubleshooting, communicator testing, and identifying system issues. When inspection workload slows, the employee may be assigned to assist with installation or related field activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Apprentice-level: mechanical/electrical aptitude; no fire alarm experience required.
Technician-level: 1–5+ years of commercial experience in fire alarm installation, service, or inspection preferred.
Ability to use ladders, hand tools, and inspection equipment.
Ability to work in commercial and institutional environments.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability to pass background checks and pre-employment screening.
FASA/BASA (or ability to obtain prior to or shortly after hire).
Ability to obtain a Florida State JLA (Jessica Lunsford Act) badge when required by project.

Nice To Haves

NICET I or II in Fire Alarm Systems. NICET is not required for hire. Advancement support is available for motivated employees.
Manufacturer certifications (Notifier, Fire-Lite, Silent Knight, etc.).
OSHA safety training or similar credentials.
Familiarity with NFPA 72 inspection procedures.
Ability to read basic risers or system layouts.
Experience documenting results in inspection software or paper forms.
Understanding of commercial fire alarm system components.
Candidates with stronger experience may handle:
Preliminary troubleshooting
Communicator testing
Panel-level review
Identification of system deficiencies

Responsibilities

Perform NFPA 72 compliant test and inspections of commercial fire alarm and related life safety systems.
Test and verify field devices including:
Smoke detectors
Duct detectors
Manual pull stations
Horns, strobes, speakers, and notification appliances
Waterflow and tamper switches
Supervisory and relay devices
Interpret and work from device layouts, riser diagrams, submittals, and operation manuals.
Accurately record test results, device counts, and deficiencies in digital or physical inspection forms.
Identify obvious device failures, damaged components, or wiring issues.
Follow inspection sequences and safety procedures as required by NFPA 72 and the local AHJ.
Maintain company tools, testing equipment, and PPE.
Assist with basic installation, trim-out, cable pulling, labeling, or cleanup if inspection schedules slow.
Other duties as assigned.