Fire Alarm Inspector: Field Tech with NFPA Expertise

Sciens Building Solutions; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO & holidays

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life insurance

Company cell phone

Laptop and vehicle

Career development

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Alarm Inspector to provide inspection and maintenance services in Maryland, Washington DC and Virginia. You’ll work with the sales team, field project teams and clients to ensure systems are inspected in a code-compliant manner.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in inspector technician roles, NICET I, NFPA 72/IFC knowledge, and OSHA 10. The position offers competitive pay, a company vehicle, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years in inspector technician role within fire detection and protection.
• 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

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with the systems and service departments for successful testing and inspection.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs of activity.
• Inspect and maintain fire alarm systems.
• Produce detailed inspection and deficiency reports in accordance with NFPA.
• Deliver and test on schedule and within cost budgets.
• Log and transmit 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.

Skills

Fire alarm systems

NFPA 72 knowledge

OSHA 10 certified

NICET Level I

Reading blueprints

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Alarm Inspector to provide inspection and maintenance services in Maryland, Washington DC and Virginia. You’ll work with the sales team, field project teams and clients to ensure systems are inspected in a code-compliant manner.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in inspector technician roles, NICET I, NFPA 72/IFC knowledge, and OSHA 10. The position offers competitive pay, a company vehicle, and opportunities for career development.