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Mission Critical Solutions · 4 days ago

Fire Alarm Test & Inspection Technician / Apprentice

positionTampa, FL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
date1+ years exp

Mission Critical Solutions (MCS) is hiring for Fire Alarm Test & Inspection Technicians and Apprentices in Tampa, FL. The role involves performing commercial fire alarm tests and inspections, executing NFPA 72 inspections, documenting system performance, and assisting with installations as needed.

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Responsibilities

Perform NFPA 72 compliant test and inspections of commercial fire alarm and related life safety systems
Test and verify field devices including: Smoke detectors, Duct detectors, Manual pull stations, Horns, strobes, speakers, and notification appliances, Waterflow and tamper switches, Supervisory and relay devices
Interpret and work from device layouts, riser diagrams, submittals, and operation manuals
Accurately record test results, device counts, and deficiencies in digital or physical inspection forms
Identify obvious device failures, damaged components, or wiring issues
Follow inspection sequences and safety procedures as required by NFPA 72 and the local AHJ
Maintain company tools, testing equipment, and PPE
Assist with basic installation, trim-out, cable pulling, labeling, or cleanup if inspection schedules slow
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

NFPA 72 inspectionsFire alarm installationMechanical/electrical aptitudeInspection equipment usageFASA/BASA certificationOSHA safety trainingNICET certificationBasic riser readingDocumentation skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalent
Apprentice-level: mechanical/electrical aptitude; no fire alarm experience required
Technician-level: 1–5+ years of commercial experience in fire alarm installation, service, or inspection preferred
Ability to use ladders, hand tools, and inspection equipment
Ability to work in commercial and institutional environments
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Ability to pass background checks and pre-employment screening
FASA/BASA (or ability to obtain prior to or shortly after hire)
Ability to obtain a Florida State JLA (Jessica Lunsford Act) badge when required by project

Preferred

NICET I or II in Fire Alarm Systems. NICET is not required for hire. Advancement support is available for motivated employees
Manufacturer certifications (Notifier, Fire-Lite, Silent Knight, etc.)
OSHA safety training or similar credentials
Familiarity with NFPA 72 inspection procedures
Ability to read basic risers or system layouts
Experience documenting results in inspection software or paper forms
Understanding of commercial fire alarm system components
Preliminary troubleshooting
Communicator testing
Panel-level review
Identification of system deficiencies

Benefits

Full-time
Permanent position
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Company

Mission Critical Solutions

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MISSION CRITICAL SOLUTIONS is an information technology company specializing in telephony systems & solutions
dateFounded in 1989
location
Tampa, Florida, USA
people-size201-500 employees
web-link
http://missioncriticalsolutions.net/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Gilbert Gonzalez
CEO
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Meagan Gonzalez
CTO/CFO
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