Fire Alarm Inspector

Overview

Midwest Alarm Services was founded in 1950 in Des Moines, Iowa. Per Mar Security Services acquired Midwest Alarm Services in 1998. Today, Midwest Alarm Services has 15 locations throughout the Midwest and is one of the largest Notifier Distributors in North America. We are a leading life safety company dedicated to providing top-notch fire alarm and life safety solutions across multiple locations. With a strong commitment to protecting lives and property, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining the highest standards in safety and compliance.

Our experts primarily work with contractors, building owners, property managers, and facilities directors to design and implement reliable life safety solutions.

Job Skills / Requirements

The purpose of this position is to service, test and repair electronic life safety systems including Fire and Burglar Alarms in commercial and industrial environments and to provide excellent customer service to our clients.


Why you should work here:

• Wages are based on skill level and experience
• You are able to earn more money based on individual drive and willingness to learn new tasks and earn certifications
• Company vehicle and cell phone provided
• Competitive benefits!

What you'll be doing:

• Perform fire protection inspections and preventive maintenance services on client fire alarm systems
• Clean agent systems and CO2 suppression systems.
• Communicate effective and organized technical information and support to clients
• Complete and submit all required task-related, activity, productivity, and other documentation in a timely manner
• Be proficient at and train other less senior inspectors how to follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by interacting with the Midwest Alarm Services internal/external customers (including, but not limited to: current customers, prospective customers, clients, vendors, co-workers, supervisors and management) in a mutually respectful manner regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation and all other protected classes
• As this position develops, the employee may be assigned additional duties or special projects as deemed necessary by management
• Other duties as assigned and pertinent to the position

What you'll need:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license and submit to pre-employment background and drug testing
• Previous experience in inspections and fire alarm systems is an asset
• A strong knowledge of fire and electrical codes to ensure safe and proper inspection of systems and devices
• Must be able to obtain a specified license to perform work in the security industry according to the rules and regulations prescribed by the State in which the branch operates
• Obtain NICET level certification within a prescribed time frame
• To be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence
• To be able to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Strong computer skills with demonstrated experience in Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel are required

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Education Requirements (All)


High School Diploma/GED

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, 401K/403b Plan

This job reports to the Operations Manager

This is a Full-Time position 1st Shift .


Number of Openings for this position: 1