Fire Alarm Inspection Technician

arksysinc; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms/Uniform Assistance

Education Assistance

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

9 Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave

Employee Referral Program

Opportunity for Growth

Job summary

arksysinc is seeking a Fire Alarm Inspection Technician to join our Baltimore-region team. The role tests fire, security, and sprinkler systems, ensuring certification and compliance with industry standards.

It requires driving to sites, accurate documentation, and coordination with colleagues. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in fire protection, NICET II, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain MD/VA licenses (sponsored by ARK).

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of testing fire detection and protection equipment and systems.
• Must understand NFPA alarm system requirements and interpret code books/handbooks.
• Must have customer relations experience and strong communication skills.
• Able to train assistant trainees and maintain positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Test fire, security, and sprinkler systems including detectors, tamper valves, and control panels.
• Prepare electronic and paper documentation for system certification and generate reports.
• Operate and maintain company vehicle.
• Coordinate with ARK team to certify alarms to standards.
• Interact professionally with customers to explain system operation and status.
• Supervise Assistant Tester to ensure proper certification of sprinkler systems.
• Perform minor repairs on related equipment.
• Take on additional duties as required.

Skills

Fire alarm testing

NFPA knowledge

Customer relations

Communication skills

Mentoring teammates

Education

NICET II in water-based fire protection systems

Valid driver’s license

Ability to obtain MD/VA security technician licenses (sponsored)

Tools

Test equipment

Communications equipment

Inspection tools

Job description

We are looking for dedicated professionals to join our Team as a Fire Alarm Inspection Technician

UP TO $3,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS

What you bring:

• Knowledge of testing fire detection and protection equipment and systems.
• Must have knowledge of NFPA alarm system requirements and have the ability to interpret code books and handbooks.
• Must have customer relations experience and skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to train assistant trainees.
• Must have a positive and respectful attitude and maintain good working relationships with management staff and employees.

What we offer:

• Proven industry experience
• Uniforms/Uniform Assistance
• Education Assistance
• Opportunity for Growth
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Life Insurance
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Employee Referral Program

PROFILE:

The Fire Alarm InspectionTechnician is responsible for testing fire, security, and sprinkler systems in the Baltimore region.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Test electronic alarm systems consisting of fire, security, access, sprinkler, etc. (i.e., test flow switches, tamper valves, low temp devices, smoke detectors, duct detectors, pull stations, fire doors, heat detectors, annunciators, hi-low air switches, communicators, fire and security alarm control panels, etc.).
• Generates electronic and paper documentation for the purpose of system certification in a timely, efficient manner. This includes preparing work orders, deficiency reports, check-lists, and certification reports.
• Operating/maintaining company vehicle.
• Communicates with ARK team members to effectively pursue company goals of certifying alarm systems according to acceptable standards and practices.
• Presents themselves in a positive, professional manner and per company policy.
• Communicates with customer concerning the importance, operation and status of their fire alarm system.
• Supervises Assistant Tester to ensure proper certification of the sprinkler systems.
• Customer satisfaction.
• Performs minor repairs of the above referenced equipment.
• Other duties as required.

Education and Experience:

• 3-5 years’ experience within the fire protection industry.
• Familiar with various alarm systems, test equipment, communications equipment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Able to obtain Maryland and Virginia security technician license as required, sponsored by ARK.
• NICET II in water-based fire protection systems.

Physical Requirements:

• Physically able to climb overhead or crawl under spaces to complete jobs
• Must be willing to work at heights
• Must be able to operate electrical tools
• Must be able to differentiate color coding of cables
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds at times