Fire Alarm & Fire Sprinkler Inspector

Omlid & Swinney is a subsidiary of Western States Fire Protection. Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company.  We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other and we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities.  WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.

Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

What we offer:

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
• 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan 
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 8 Paid Holidays 1 Floating Holiday
• 3 weeks PTO for first full year worked
• Discretionary Semi-Annual Performance Bonuses

Fire Alarm & Fire Sprinkler Inspector

The Fire Alarm and Sprinkler Inspector’s duties include testing and inspection of fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems with knowledge of multiple manufacturers’ products. We have a need for a self-motivated, customer service-oriented Inspectors with strong written and verbal communication skills.  The Inspector will provide accurate and detailed inspections reports with all proper documentation of improvements and complications.

Salary range: $30.00-$40.00 /hour depending on experience and certifications.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, testing and services of life safety product lines
  
• Handle low voltage wiring and corresponding devices for the operation of low voltage equipment
  
• Responsible for operating with minimal supervision while performing fire protection inspections
  
• Daily communications with Project Manager and/or Schedule Coordinator on inspection or project delays, requirements and general status of job
  
• Work with Project Manager, Schedule Coordinator and Office Administrative Staff to ensure complete closeout and turnover of jobs to the client (Confirm that work is completed so it can be billed in full)

Job Qualifications

• NICET Level II or III preferred
  
• Must have a valid Oregon Limited Energy LEA license 
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Installing, inspecting or servicing Fire Alarm Systems
• Strong working knowledge of life safety and NFPA codes
  
• Possess the required license for the local office is preferred 
  
• Working knowledge of alarm panels, devices and critical components
  
• Working knowledge of sprinkler controls, alarm panels, devices and critical components
  
• Willing to perform testing and maintenance
  
• Able to complete documentation as necessary, proficient in the use of personal computers and Microsoft Office, with or without reasonable accommodation 
  
• Willing to coordinate between inspection deficiencies and service required to correct found deficiencies
  
• Prepared to read and write English clearly
  
• Capability to present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) and the general public
  
• Possess a valid driver’s license; in accordance with Company policy
  
• Willing to pass pre-employment drug screen, background and reference check 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
• Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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