Fire Alarm Inspector

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Company vehicle

Job summary

SciensBuilding Solutions in Lowell, MA is seeking a Fire Alarm Inspector to perform inspection and maintenance of fire alarm systems, ensuring code-compliance and timely project execution. This role interfaces with sales, field teams, and clients to uphold quality and safety standards.

You will review layouts, generate field surveys and reports, and support project teams while adhering to NFPA standards. NICET Level I is required and OSHA 10 is preferred for safe operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• NICET Level I is preferred.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72 and IFR code requirements.
• Ability to read technical drawings/diagrams and follow specifications.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with systems and service departments for testing and inspection.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs.
• Inspect and maintain fire alarm systems.
• Produce detailed inspection and deficiency reports per NFPA.
• Deliver and test on schedule and within budget.
• Log and transmit inspection reports via devices.
• Oversee project inventory and vehicle inventory.
• Work under tight deadlines.
• Provide guidance to other inspectors.
• Manage job scheduling and progress with focus on quality.

Skills

NFPA 72 knowledge

IFC code knowledge

Reading technical drawings

Meeting deadlines

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET Level I

Job description

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

SciensBuilding 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.