Fire Alarm Inspector

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Company vehicle (if applicable)

Training and career development

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC in King of Prussia, PA is seeking an Inspector Assistant to support fire alarm inspections and the preparation of reports. You will work with the Lead Inspector to collect data, test panels, and ensure timely, accurate inspections.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or better, knowledge of NFPA standards, basic test equipment, and strong communication skills. NICET certification is encouraged, and teamwork is essential in our safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• NFPA standards knowledge for inspection and testing.
• Stay current with code requirements and NICET certifications.
• Excellent written and oral communication and customer service oriented.
• Fire Alarm experience preferred but not required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Palm OS.
• Must be punctual and able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Inspector/Inspection Manager with data collection and paperwork.
• Ensure inspections are timely, accurate and thorough.
• Test Fire alarm panels, devices, and document results.
• Generate Fire Alarm Inspection Reports after inspections.
• Participate in monthly team meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Team player

Punctual

Education

College degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sensitivity test equipment

Multimeters

Battery analyzers

Sound level meters

Palm handheld devices

Job description

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Duties include assisting both the Lead Inspector and/or Inspection Manager in collecting data and generating any necessary paperwork (Fire Alarm Inspection Reports, Quick Reports, and Inspection Certificates).
• Ensure that all inspections are completed on a timely basis and that inspections are done accurately and thoroughly.
• Testing of all building Fire alarm control panels, devices, and functions of the fire alarm system and entering the test results into the Palm handheld device.
• Upon completion of an inspection download the information and generate a completed Fire Alarm Inspection Report.
• Participate in monthly team meetings.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Education/Qualification

• College Degree is preferred; however, a High School diploma or equivalent is acceptable with acceptable experience.
• Study and learn NFPA standards for the inspection and testing of fire protection systems.
• Stay current with code requirements, and industry changes, and obtain NICET certifications.
• Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills and be customer service oriented.
• Must be able and willing to work within a team environment. Fire Alarm experience is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in using test equipment including sensitivity test equipment, multi-meters, battery analyzers, sound level meters, and communicating devices.
• Need good networking PC skills including use of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and use of Palm unit operating systems.
• Must be punctual. Being on time is critical due to the need to perform sound tests prior to building tenant arrivals.
• Ability to be on the phone and computer consistently throughout the day.

Other Duties

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Industrial, Commercial, and Residential building environment with moderate to high noise levels, and comfort with working at heights. Mostly a physically demanding role. Most of the daily demand is standing and walking stairs and climbing ladders. May need to lift objects up to 50 pounds.

Pay Rate: $20 to $30 based on experience.

Benefits and Perks

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

Our Commitment: Pye-Barker is built on four core values - customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment - that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what's right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day.

Our EEO Statement

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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