Senior Fire Protection Inspection Lead

Johnson Controls, Inc.; 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

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.