Fire Inspection Manager

Johnson Controls International; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NICET certification

Oracle experience

Maintenance scheduling systems

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Fire Inspection Manager to lead Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Inspectors, ensuring high-quality service and code compliance across accounts. The role emphasizes accountability, coaching, and improving scheduling efficiency while maintaining strong customer relationships.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in management within fire protection or life safety, plus solid P&L understanding and proficiency with MS Office. Valid driver’s license required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in fire service or related industry.
• 3+ years in fire protection or life safety.
• Strong understanding of P&L management and sales oversight.
• Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the daily activities of Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Inspectors, including coaching, training, hiring recommendations, and promotion recommendations.
• Ensure inspection work aligns with company policies, customer requirements, and applicable fire protection and life safety standards.
• Partner with Inspection Coordinators to improve scheduling efficiency and review deficiency inspection reports thoroughly.
• Monitor contract execution, prepare projections, and help maximize the productivity of assigned field personnel.
• Support customer meetings and monthly check-ins with inspectors to strengthen service quality and satisfaction.
• Address issues quickly and professionally while maintaining clear communication with internal teams and customers.
• Promote accountability, consistency, and a high standard of service across the inspection team.
• Use inspection reporting, scheduling, and operational data to help prioritize work and improve execution.

Skills

Management experience

Fire protection knowledge

Life safety standards

Customer relationship management

Team coaching and training

Communication skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Fire Inspection Manager

Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. We help customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience needed in fast-growing industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it matters most. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services, and a strong field organization, we help customers achieve better outcomes and turn goals into real-world results.

Role Overview

The Fire Inspection Manager leads and supports Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Inspectors to ensure high-quality service delivery, code compliance, and strong customer relationships. In this role, you will help drive operational consistency, team performance, and contractual execution across assigned accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the daily activities of Sprinkler and Fire Alarm Inspectors, including coaching, training, hiring recommendations, and promotion recommendations.


• Ensure inspection work aligns with company policies, customer requirements, and applicable fire protection and life safety standards.


• Partner with Inspection Coordinators to improve scheduling efficiency and review deficiency inspection reports thoroughly.


• Monitor contract execution, prepare projections, and help maximize the productivity of assigned field personnel.


• Support customer meetings and monthly check-ins with inspectors to strengthen service quality and satisfaction.


• Address issues quickly and professionally while maintaining clear communication with internal teams and customers.


• Promote accountability, consistency, and a high standard of service across the inspection team.

How You Will Do It

• You will lead with accountability, safety, and integrity, setting clear expectations and following through on commitments.


• You will stay close to the work by understanding day-to-day field operations, removing obstacles, and helping customers get the support they need without delay.


• You will use candid feedback, thoughtful problem-solving, and continuous improvement to strengthen inspection quality and team performance.


• You will work as one team with coordinators, inspectors, and customers, building trust through collaboration and respect for different perspectives.


• You will coach people consistently, reinforce company policies, and create an environment where performance and compliance go hand in hand.


• You will use inspection reporting, scheduling, and operational data to help prioritize work and improve execution.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience, preferably in a similar industry.


• 3+ years of experience in the fire protection or life safety industry.


• Strong understanding of P&L management and oversight of sales activities.


• Proficiency with MS Office and online systems.


• Working knowledge of fire regulations and codes such as OFC and ULC.


• High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Excellent communication skills with tact, diplomacy, and the ability to work effectively with customers and internal teams.


• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.


• Ability to pass pre-employment background and drug screening and obtain required licenses in accordance with national, state, and local codes.

Nice to Have

• NICET certification.


• Experience with Oracle.


• Familiarity with maintenance scheduling systems.

Why Join Us

This role offers a competitive salary range of $76,000 to $151,000, with compensation determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and market data. It also includes a competitive bonus plan based on individual, group, and corporate performance, along with a competitive benefits package.

If you are ready to lead a team that helps protect people, property, and critical operations, we encourage you to apply.