Fire Alarm Inspector

Impact Fire Services, LLC; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Impact Fire Services, LLC seeks a self-motivated Inspector with experience in fire alarm systems to join our Lubbock, TX team. The role focuses on inspections, testing, service, and maintenance while building strong customer relationships.

Ideal candidates bring at least 3 years in fire alarm servicing/inspection, be licensed per national and local codes, and comfort with tablets, blueprints, and troubleshooting. Occasional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years Fire Alarm servicing/inspection experience.
• Active licensing & certification per National, Texas & local codes.
• Experience with low voltage electrical systems.
• Experience with Fire and Life Safety Systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams, submittals and specs.
• Experience with hand tools and multi-meter usage.
• Troubleshooting aptitude with repairs as needed.
• Proficient with PCs including MS Excel/Word and mobile apps.
• Occasional local, regional and overnight travel.
• Strong customer service, organization and quick learning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections, testing, service, and preventative maintenance on fire alarm and life-safety product lines.
• Work with low voltage wiring and associated devices for operation of low voltage equipment.
• Complete Service Acknowledgements with proper coding via tablets.
• 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.

Skills

Fire Alarm servicing/inspection

Low voltage electrical systems

Reading blueprints & schematics

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Documentation & tablet use

Tools

MS Excel

iPhone/iPad apps

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 Lubbock, 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.