Fire Systems Inspection

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Ogden, UT

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About The Position

This position performs building fire alarm inspections, including testing devices, recording and generating results, and providing reports. The role assists the Lead Inspector and/or Inspection Manager with collecting data and preparing Fire Alarm Inspection Reports, Quick Reports, and Inspection Certificates. Inspections must be completed accurately, thoroughly, and on time. The employee tests fire alarm control panels, devices, and system functions; records results using a Palm handheld device; and downloads inspection data to generate completed reports. The role also includes attending monthly team meetings and performing other duties assigned by management.

The employee is expected to study NFPA standards for inspection and testing of fire protection systems, stay current with code requirements and industry changes, and obtain NICET certifications. The position involves working in industrial, commercial, and residential buildings, often in moderate to high noise levels and at heights. It is mostly physically demanding, with substantial standing, stair walking, and ladder climbing, and may require lifting objects up to 50 pounds. Punctuality is critical because sound tests must be completed before building tenants arrive.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent is acceptable with acceptable experience; a college degree is preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and a customer-service orientation.
• Ability and willingness to work within a team environment.
• Proficiency using test equipment, including sensitivity test equipment, multimeters, battery analyzers, sound level meters, and communicating devices.
• Good networking and PC skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and use of Palm unit operating systems.
• Punctuality; being on time is critical for sound testing before building tenant arrivals.
• Ability to be on the phone and computer consistently throughout the day.
• Ability to work in industrial, commercial, and residential building environments, including at heights, and to perform physically demanding work involving standing, walking stairs, climbing ladders, and potentially lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• College degree.
• Fire alarm experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete inspections accurately, thoroughly, and on a timely basis.
• Test building fire alarm control panels, devices, and functions of fire alarm systems.
• Enter test results into a Palm handheld device, download the information, and generate completed Fire Alarm Inspection Reports.
• Assist the Lead Inspector and/or Inspection Manager with collecting data and preparing Fire Alarm Inspection Reports, Quick Reports, and Inspection Certificates.
• Participate in monthly team meetings.
• Study NFPA standards for inspection and testing of fire protection systems, stay current with code requirements and industry changes, and obtain NICET certifications.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Benefits

• Excellent pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid vacation and company holidays.
• Training and career development.
• Company vehicle if applicable to the job.
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for eligible full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED