Fire Alarm Inspector: Precision, Compliance & Field Growth

Life Safety Systems Inc.; Arbutus (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Alarm Inspector to provide inspection and maintenance capabilities, working closely with our sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure code-compliant systems. This role demands attention to detail, strong communication, and ability to balance schedule with cost considerations.

The inspector will review layouts, perform tests, generate reports per NFPA, and support other inspectors while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of inspector technician experience in fire detection/protection.
• Ability to work independently with some supervision.
• Knowledge of current fire alarm and clean agent/special hazard suppression systems.
• NICET Level I.
• Intermediate knowledge of NFPA 72 and IFC code.
• Able to read technical drawings/diagrams and follow specifications.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 25 lbs (up to 50 lbs occasionally).
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and ability to obtain OSHA 10.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work with urgency.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Review system layouts and coordinate with systems/service depts for testing and inspection.
• Produce field surveys and daily project logs.
• Inspect and maintain fire alarm systems.
• Produce inspection and deficiency reports per NFPA.
• Deliver and test on schedule within budgets.
• Log and transmit inspection reports via devices.
• Oversee project inventory and vehicle inventory.
• Work under tight deadlines.
• Provide support and guidance to fellow inspectors.
• Manage job scheduling and progress efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Comply with industry standards and Sciens safety programs.

Skills

Reading drawings

Independent work

Code knowledge

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NICET Level I

OSHA 10 certification

Tools

NFPA standards

Job description

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Fire Alarm Inspector to provide inspection and maintenance capabilities, working closely with our sales team, field project teams, and clients to ensure code-compliant systems. This role demands attention to detail, strong communication, and ability to balance schedule with cost considerations.

The inspector will review layouts, perform tests, generate reports per NFPA, and support other inspectors while upholding safety and quality standards.