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Fire Alarm Inspector

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/5/2026
Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.

The Fire Alarm Test & Inspect Technician is responsible for independently performing inspection, testing, and basic troubleshooting of fire alarm systems. This position can complete standard jobs without direct supervision and ensures compliance with all applicable codes and standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Independently perform fire alarm inspections and testing per NFPA standards and local codes.
  • Conduct device activation, system functionality checks, and alarm verification.
  • Accurately document inspection and testing results.
  • Identify deficiencies and perform basic troubleshooting and minor repairs.
  • Communicate findings with customers and internal teams.
  • Interpret system drawings, layouts, and technical documents.
  • Maintain tools, equipment, and inventory.
  • Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.
  • Travel to job sites as required.
  • Other duties as assigned by management.

Education/Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 3 years of experience in the fire and life safety industry as a technician.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently perform inspections and testing.
  • Working knowledge of NFPA 72 and applicable codes.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • NICET Level I or above preferred.
  • Independently capable in core technical functions.
  • Able to complete standard jobs without direct supervision.

Other Duties

  • Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting and climbing ladders.
  • Work performed in commercial, industrial, and construction environments.
  • Exposure to varying conditions including heights, confined spaces, and active job sites.
  • Use of hand tools and testing equipment under supervision.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Benefits And Perks

  • 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

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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