Fire Alarm Inspector

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven Fire Alarm Inspector to join our amazing culture. In this role, you will assist with the testing and inspection of fire-alarm systems in assigned buildings. You will help to identify and report any problems or deficiencies found in the systems you inspect. This is a customer-facing role, one that is responsible for maximizing customer satisfaction, safety, and quality assurance on all assigned projects. As a Fire Alarm Inspector, you will be part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

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Who You Are

You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues, and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces inclusion and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Fire Alarm Inspector.

Who We Are

With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer's best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.

What you'll do with "Our Training and Your Experience"

• Convergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague-first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring managers.
• Acts as "our customer's best service provider" at all times thereby ensuring Convergint is the customer's first choice for service. Takes ownership of onsite project including safety, quality, and performance.
• Test and inspect commercial fire-alarm systems within assigned buildings.
• Familiar with basic blueprints, schematics, manuals, and other specifications to determine testing procedures unassisted, may require assistance with more complex specifications. Interprets manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams, and equipment, utilizing knowledge of electronics and using standard test instruments and hand tools.
• Operates systems to demonstrate equipment, commission new systems, analyze performance and identify malfunctions.
• Identify and report problems or discrepancies found in the systems you inspect.
• Performs all work in accordance with Federal, State and local regulations as well as company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure customer satisfaction with all inspections and testing.
• Monitor the fire-alarm panel.
• Interact with building owner or building engineer prior to, during, and following completion of the testing process.
• Review reports and initiate next steps as necessary.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Works closely with the Service Supervisor, Field Team Lead and/or Coordinators and assists in the overall coordination of specific inspections; makes recommendations regarding quality of work and potential changes in scope and identifies ways to continuously improve customer satisfaction.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.

What You'll Need

• Exceptional customer focus and ability to work under pressure; ability to maintain awareness of and seek to meet the needs and wants of the customer without being prompted.
• Solid test and inspection skills and experience fire alarm systems, and/or electronic security systems.
• To be a self-starter and work well with minimal supervision.
• Solid mechanical and electrical aptitude (e.g. works with a variety of hand and test tools such as SOLO equipment, screwdriver, wire stripper, crimper)
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Advanced computer skills including familiarity with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel) and proficient in other relevant applications like Building Reports.
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel locally to jobsites on a regular basis. Minimal overnight travel may be required.

Company Benefits and Perks

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits to all of our colleagues:

• Company Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Fun & Laughter Day Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Life insurance & Disability Plan
• Wellness Program
• 401K Matching Plan
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive Salary and Compensation Plan
• Corporate Social Responsibility Day
• And much more...

Requirements:

Education: High School/GED or equivalent experience

Minimum Experience: 1-2 years relevant

Expert competency in the following areas:

• Fire Alarm Systems
• NFPA
• Other Specialized Systems

Preferred Experience: (but not required):

• Relevant field service
• Certifications: Product-specific certifications, Industry-specific certifications and/or licenses, NICET, ESA, Building Reports Bootcamp, Bosch, EST, Fire-Lite, Honeywell, Notifier, Silent Knight, Simplex, Vesda, and others.

Convergint is committed to a culture of Inclusion and Diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visit our Convergint careers site to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.