Fire Alarm Inspector - Tucson

Job Description

Job Description

Job description

Come join our team!

Build Your Future with a 45-Year Industry Veteran. At FSEC, we’ve spent nearly half a century perfecting integrated life safety systems for commercial and institutional clients statewide. We know that our reputation for quality installations starts with our people. That’s why we foster a culture of dedication and service excellence. If you’re looking for a stable, team-oriented environment where your expertise is valued every single day, your next chapter starts here.

POSITION OVERVIEW: Inspectors and technicians report directly to the Tucson District Manager but are responsible to the T&I Field Supervisor/coordinator on a daily basis. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Performing Testing and Inspection of various Life Safety, Fire alarm, and Suppression Systems and other tasks as assigned by the Manager.
• Troubleshooting and repair of Fire Alarm Systems. 
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to emergency calls as needed.
  

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: Please note the essential functions may vary depending on department size, organizational structure and/or geographic location.

➢ Inspects systems for Code Compliance and conditions that would prevent operation.

➢ Inspection and certification of new system installs as required by other departments.

➢ Diagnose and troubleshoot fire alarm systems.

➢ Tests all equipment to ensure performance of installed systems.

➢ Work in compliance with the Company's safety manual with safety of self and others in mind at all times.

➢ All documentation is turning on time and filled out completely (example: Building Reports, work orders & Time Clock, etc.) 

➢ Daily communications with Field Supervisor on delays, requirements and general status of jobs. 

➢ Daily work orders and other documentation is kept up to date with customer requests, worked performed each day, job numbers, dates and times and tasks assigned to technicians. 

➢ Time events are accurate and filled out daily, complete with job numbers, locations, time adds up, hours are correct. 

➢ All work is performed to National Codes & standards and quality installation techniques are practiced. 

SUPERVISORY DUTIES: In accordance with applicable Federal/State laws, may perform the following:

a) Responsible for all on-site employees (superseded only for code and liability issues)

b) Provide day to day coordination of duties and expectations 

c) Ability to request site removal of employee 

d) Request disciplinary action 

e) Supervision and critique of workmanship 

f) Raise and promotion recommendations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The following are the minimum qualifications which an individual needs in order to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Please note that the minimum qualifications may vary based upon the department size and/or geographic location. 

➢ Nicet 2 or Comparable systems Certification’s preferred but not required. 

➢ CSA in Fire extinguisher, Kitchen Hood, Fire Alarm or Sprinkler preferred but not required. 

Knowledge: 

− 3+ years working in the Life Safety Test and Inspection Field on a daily basis.

− Ability to read blue prints and schematics.

− Knowledge of NFPA, IBC, IFC, IMC, Life Safety 101 Codes. 

− Knowledge and ability to use and operate required test equipment. 

− Basic AC/DC circuit and safety knowledge. 

Skills/Abilities: 

− Ability to solve practical problems and carry out responsibilities under general supervision − Ability to finish projects. 

− Ability to organize workload for effective implementation. 

− Ability to write simple correspondence and present information in one-on-one and small group situations. 

− Strong customer and results orientation. 

− Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures. 

− Ability to function with clear and detailed expectations and communication. 

− Ability to adapt as the external environment and organization evolves. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

➢ Must be able to see, hear, speak and type clearly in order to communicate with employees and/or other customers; manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, climbing and lifting of objects, and operating power tools and office equipment. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

➢ Site work job conditions are similar to typical construction projects.

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
  

Benefits & Incentives:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life Insurance Policy
• Paid time off
• Sick time
• Weekly pay
• Birthday PTO
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee Referral Bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle opportunities
• Promotional Growth opportunities
• Company Cell phone opportunities
• Red Wings and Boot Barn Boot Program
• Shift Differential Pay
• Tool Program
• 4/10 Work Schedule – when scheduling permits
• On-the-job training
• Relocation Assistance
• Injury Nurse Triage Hotline
• Wellness Check Benefit
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave