What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Alarm Inspector position at International Fire Protection, Inc.?
PROVIDING RIGHT SOLUTIONS FOR ALL FIRE PROTECTION NEEDS SINCE 1990.
International Fire Protection (IFP) is a values-driven fire suppression company based in Alabama. Our history and legacy are built on our purpose of fostering meaningful relationships while making the world a safer place. Therefore, LIFE SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS, as we strive to be the trusted leader in fire protection, delivering high-quality life safety solutions with a commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
What We Offer:
International Fire Protection (IFP) is a values-driven fire suppression company based in Alabama. Our history and legacy are built on our purpose of fostering meaningful relationships while making the world a safer place. Therefore, LIFE SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS, as we strive to be the trusted leader in fire protection, delivering high-quality life safety solutions with a commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
What We Offer:
- Health, Dental, Vision
- Flex Spending Accounts (health and dependent)
- 401(k), ESPP, Profit Sharing
- PTO & Company Paid Holidays
- EAP
Job Description:
Fire Alarm Inspector
The Fire Alarm Inspector is responsible for testing and inspection of fire and life safety systems, including fire alarms and special hazards fire protection systems. The Inspector will provide accurate and detailed inspections reports with all proper documentation of improvements and complications and assist in selling IFP services for any identified deficiencies.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure customers are serviced at the highest level of satisfaction through quality courteous service, and by applying experience, knowledge, and training.
- Thoroughly complete inspections in a timely manner as scheduled and interface with Inspection Coordinator to ensure that the customer receives the work per proposed scope.
- Working knowledge of alarm panels, devices, and critical components.
- Willing to coordinate between inspection deficiencies and service required to correct found deficiencies.
- Perform routine inspections, testing, installing, services, and preventative maintenance of life safety product lines.
- Utilizes an online scheduling calendar to receive and understand the individual scheduled tasks, customer locations, and maintain other company documents as required (timesheets, safety audits, etc.).
- Maintain positive customer relationships and review inspection results with customers.
- Turn in required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Maintain equipment, supplies, and company vehicles (if supplied) in good working order.
- Study and learn NFPA standards for the inspection and testing of fire protection systems. Stay current with code requirements, industry changes, and obtain NICET certifications.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
- State of TN certs required
- NICET Level I, II or III required in fire alarm test and inspections (dependent on state requirement)
- Good verbal/written communication and customer service skills.
- Mechanical & math aptitude.
- Exceptional computer skills, professional, and organized.
- Previous experience in the fire protection industry preferred.
- Valid state Driver's License required.
- Willing to pass post-offer drug screen, reference, and background check
Education and Certifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in fire alarm inspection testing, maintenance, and installation is required.
- NICET Certification is required
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Industrial, Commercial, & Residential building environment with moderate to high noise levels, and comfort with working at heights.
- Mostly a physical demanding role.
- May need to lift objects up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to be on the phone and computer consistently throughout the day.