Fire Alarm Service and Inspector
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety · Chattanooga, TN · 1 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
About the role
Responsible for conducting fire alarm inspections, including device testing, documentation of results, and report generation. Supports the Lead Inspector and/or Inspection Manager with data collection and required inspection documentation, including Fire Alarm Inspection Reports, Quick Reports, and Inspection Certificates. Also performs routine service and maintenance tasks.
Responsibilities
- Ensure that all inspections are completed on a timely basis and that inspections are done accurately and thoroughly.
- Testing of all building Fire alarm control panels, devices, and functions of the fire alarm system and entering the test results into the Palm handheld device.
- Perform maintenance and service of fire alarm systems independently.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot system issues and implement corrective actions.
- Complete standard service calls without direct supervision.
- Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
- Performs other duties as assigned by management.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent is acceptable with acceptable experience.
- At least 2 years of hands-on experience with commercial fire alarm system inspections, service, and maintenance.
- Proficiency in using test equipment including sensitivity test equipment, multi-meters, battery analyzers, sound level meters, and communicating devices.
- Good networking PC skills including use of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and use of Palm unit operating systems.
- Must be punctual. Being on time is critical due to the need to perform sound tests prior to building tenant arrivals.
- Ability to be on the phone and computer consistently throughout the day.
Physical Requirements
- Industrial, Commercial, & Residential building environment with moderate to high noise levels, and comfort with working at heights.
- Mostly a physically demanding role. Most of the daily demand is standing and walking stairs and climbing ladders.
- May need to lift objects up to 50 pounds.
Benefits
- Excellent pay
- Medical, dental, vision
- Company paid life insurance
- Company paid short-term disability
- 401K with employer match
- Paid vacation and company holidays
- Training and Career Development
- Company vehicle (if job applicable)
- Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees