Fire Alarm Inspector

Sciens Building Solutions; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle

Company cell phone

Laptop

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Alarm Inspector to perform inspections and maintenance of fire alarm systems, ensuring code compliance and high-quality execution. You will collaborate with sales, field teams, and clients to deliver accurate testing, reporting, and timely project completion.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, professional communication, and hands-on inspection work with NFPA standards, driving schedules, and cost controls while maintaining safety and quality for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years in an inspector technician role within fire detection and protection.
• Knowledge of current fire alarm and clean agent/special hazard fire suppression systems.
• NICET Level I.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 and IFC or state fire code requirements.
• Ability to read technical drawings/diagrams and follow specifications.
• Physically capable of demanding work (lifting up to 25–50 lbs, heights).
• OSHA safety standards knowledge; able to obtain OSHA 10.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with systems and service departments for testing and inspection.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs of activity.
• Inspect and maintain fire alarm systems.
• Prepare inspection and deficiency reports per NFPA.
• Deliver and test on schedule and within budgets.
• Log and transmit inspection reports via technical devices.
• Oversee project inventory and vehicle inventory.
• Work under tight deadlines, maintaining quality.

Skills

Fire alarm inspection

NFPA knowledge

Project coordination

Technical documentation

Time management

Reading drawings/diagrams

Team guidance

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET Level I

Tools

Testing equipment

Inspection devices

Job description

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Alarm Inspector to provide inspection and maintenance capabilities. This position will work closely with our sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure our customers’ systems are inspected and maintained in a code-compliant manner. This is a key position for our growing team and requires attention to detail in all aspects of executing projects. Customer and employee interface requires a high degree of effective human relations. Communication skills, both verbal and written, are important elements of the position.

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Alarm Inspector to provide inspection and maintenance capabilities. This position will work closely with our sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure our customers’ systems are inspected and maintained in a code-compliant manner. This is a key position for our growing team and requires attention to detail in all aspects of executing projects. Customer and employee interface requires a high degree of effective human relations. Communication skills, both verbal and written, are important elements of the position.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (and doing well!

• Responsible for reviewing system layouts and coordinating with the systems and service departments for successful testing and inspection.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs of activity.
• Responsible for inspecting and maintaining fire alarm systems.
• Produce detailed inspection and deficiency reports in accordance with NFPA.
• Responsible for delivering and testing on schedule and within cost budgets.
• Responsible for logging and transmitting inspection reports via technical devices.
• Oversee project inventory and responsibility for vehicle inventory.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Provide support, guidance, and expertise to the other inspectors.
• Manage job scheduling and job progress in an efficient and cost-effective manner, with a strong focus on quality.
• Comply with standards and procedures of industry and Sciens safety programs/policies.

What We Like About You

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience in an inspector technician role within the fire detection and protection industry. Ability to work independently with some supervision.
• Knowledge of current fire alarm and clean agent/special hazard fire suppression systems.
• NICET Level I.
• Intermediate knowledge of NFPA 72 and IFC code or state-adopted fire code requirements.
• Able to read technical drawings/diagrams and follow specifications.
• Be physically fit to perform the demanding work of the trade, including frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds, maximum occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; able to work from heights and climb ladders; standing and walking for most of the workday.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and able to obtain OSHA 10 certifications.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with a sense of urgency.
• Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation

What We're Bringing To The Table

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Compensation

$26 - 34 per hour, depending on experience