Fire Alarm Inspector

Overview

Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. We believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities, and innovating to create new value and seize new opportunities. WSFP protects lives and property since 1985 and specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, and 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
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement

Fire Alarm Inspector

• Test and inspection of various low voltage systems, makes and models, completing tests and inspections per NFPA
  72 and other standards
• Enter testing results using company software on iPads; basic technology skills needed
• Tag systems using the current FAL License with the State of Texas
• Analyze and troubleshoot fire alarm systems including ground-faults, shorts, wire integrity, termination, panel, fuses, battery testing, and more
• Program dialers for monitoring; knowledge of phone line traditional and cell phone monitoring is needed
• Complete basic repairs and installations including moves, adds, relays for all types of systems and devices
• Prepare final reports, deficiency reports and possible bids via computer and/or tablet
• Interact with clients, field personnel and fire marshals
• Willing to travel occasionally
• Handle low voltage wiring and related devices for operation of low voltage equipment
• Operate with minimal supervision while performing fire protection inspections
• Communicate daily with Project Manager and/or Schedule Coordinator about inspection or project delays, requirements and status
• Coordinate with Project Manager, Schedule Coordinator and Office Administrative Staff to ensure complete closeout and turnover of jobs to client (confirm work is completed for billing)

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• NICET preferred for experienced Technician
• Field installation experience is a plus
• Solid knowledge of NFPA 72, Factory Mutual and applicable codes preferred
• Understanding of expenses and scheduling
• Manufactures certifications are preferred but not required (EST, Gamewell, FCI, Notifier, Honeywell, Simplex, Siemens, Radionics, Firelite, Silent Night)
• Willing to obtain additional licenses required by WSFP
• FAL License required
• Strong working knowledge of life safety and NFPA codes
• 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
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, AHJs and the general public
• Possess a valid driver’s license in accordance with Company policy
• Willing to pass post-offer drug screen, background and reference check

• Ability to lift to 50 lbs 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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