Systems Inspector - Fire Alarm
About The Position
The Systems Inspector - Fire Alarm supports Siemens’ Miramar, Florida branch, serving customers throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties. The role performs inspections, testing, minor service, and deficiency repairs on fire alarm equipment in accordance with NFPA 72 standards and applicable state and local codes. Inspectors help protect public safety, property, and emergency readiness through accurate testing and customer support. The inspector documents deficiencies, remedies, and customer pricing discussions; completes service tickets and test reports; and uploads reports to municipal websites. The role also provides guidance to customers on system operation and routine inspections and mentors or assists in training entry-level inspectors. It requires maintaining inspection schedules, vehicle stock and tools, following safety procedures, and completing required training and certifications. Work takes place at customer sites in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience performing inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm and/or fire life safety systems, or low-voltage electrical or mechanical experience.
- Ability and willingness to work in varied environments around mechanical and electrical equipment, including climbing ladders, scaffolds, and high-lift equipment; working in ducts and above ceilings; and working indoors or outdoors in heat, cold, day, or night conditions.
- Ability to use hand tools, a laptop, email, a smartphone, and a tablet; Microsoft proficiency is required.
- Ability to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 75 pounds unassisted.
- Ability to differentiate types and colors of wire.
- Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license with limited violations, and meet eligibility requirements for Siemens' fleet vehicle program.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.
- Must obtain NICET Fire Alarm Certification Level I within 12 months.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or state-recognized GED; an associate degree in electronics or a related field is preferred.
- At least 3 years of experience performing inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm and/or fire life safety systems.
- Ability to read and understand design and construction documents.
Responsibilities
- Follow and maintain structured inspection schedules for fire alarm equipment.
- Inspect, test, and perform minor service and deficiency repairs in compliance with NFPA 72 standards and state and local codes.
- Document deficiencies and remedies, review pricing with customers, complete service ticket documentation before leaving customer sites, and follow up on corrective actions.
- Maintain complete and accurate records of tests performed, generate reports using Siemens tools, and upload reports to city municipality websites.
- Instruct customer personnel on proper system operation and routine inspections.
- Mentor and assist with training entry-level fire alarm inspectors.
- Work overtime when needed and maintain stock, tools, and equipment in vehicles.
- Follow local, corporate, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.
- Complete required training and certifications within the required timeframes.
Benefits
- Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
