Fire Alarm Inspector

Impact Fire Services, LLC; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Impact Fire Services, LLC in Austin, TX is seeking a self-motivated Inspector with experience in fire alarm systems. The ideal candidate will be organized, professional, and a good communicator, building strong relationships with customers.

The position is located out of our Austin, TX office. Responsibilities include inspecting and servicing fire alarm systems, reading blueprints and diagrams, performing minor repairs, and training junior staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years Fire Alarm servicing/inspections required.
• Active licensing and NFPA/Tx/local code certification required.
• Experience with low voltage electrical systems.
• Experience with Fire/Life Safety systems.
• Experience reading blueprints, diagrams, and specs.
• Proficient with PCs; MS Excel/Word; tablet apps.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections, testing, service, and maintenance on fire systems.
• Work with low voltage wiring for equipment operation.
• Complete service acknowledgements with proper coding on a tablet.
• Follow a structured inspection schedule.
• Input, retrieve, and archive documents via tablet.
• Make minor repairs and programming changes with minimal supervision.
• Provide technical training to less senior inspectors.
• Complete inspections on time.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Reading blueprints

Low voltage handling

Education

NFPA codes certification

Tools

MS Excel

Multi-meter

Tablet usage

Job description

We are seeking a self-motivated, customer service - oriented Inspector with experience in fire alarm systems. The ideal Inspector will be organized, professional, and a good communicator. This important position will establish a rapport and build positive relationships with our customers.

Position is located out of our Austin, TX office.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for conducting routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on Electrical, Mechanical, or Fire Suppression, Fire Detection and life safety product lines as well as similar competitive manufacturers’ product lines.
• Work with low voltage wiring and associated devices for the operation of low voltage equipment.
• Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding through communication devices such as a tablet.
• Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule.
• Input, retrieve and archive inspection documents via tablet.
• Make minor repairs and programming changes with minimal supervision.
• Provide technical training to less senior inspectors and trainees.
• Complete assigned inspections on time.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 3 years Fire Alarm servicing and/or inspection experience required.
• Active licensing and certification require by National, Texas, and local codes for the level of Inspector.
• Experience in low voltage electrical systems.
• Fire and/or Life Safety Systems experience.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, programs schematics and operational/product manuals.
• Experience with hand tools and multi-meter usage.
• Demonstrates an aptitude for troubleshooting systems and performing necessary repairs.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Proficiency with using PCs including working knowledge of MS Excel / Word as well as iPhone/iPad apps.
• Occasional local, regional and overnight travel required.
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Strong organizational skills, positive attitude, and an ability to learn quickly.
• Strong working knowledge of NFPA codes.