Fire Alarm Inspector

About the Role

The Alarm Inspection & Maintenance Services division is seeking a skilled Fire Alarm Inspector with a strong background in fire life safety systems. This role focuses on the inspection, testing, troubleshooting, servicing, and maintenance of networked fire alarm systems, with additional exposure to access control and CCTV systems. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and experienced working in code-driven environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, maintain, repair, and service fire alarm and sprinkler systems to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards
• Perform installation, programming, configuring, commissioning, and servicing of fire alarm systems and related low-voltage systems
• Troubleshoot and repair system issues including panel failures, device replacements, and low-voltage circuit issues
• Utilize a digital multimeter to diagnose ground faults, shorts, and open circuits
• Perform installation and programming of integrated fire alarm, access control, and security systems
• Supervise and inspect installations to ensure work meets customer specifications and contract requirements
• Respond to customer service calls in a timely and professional manner
• Communicate with central dispatch regarding work-order status and outstanding customer issues
• Participate in an after-hours/on-call service rotation
• Complete and submit all required documentation, reports, and inspection records accurately and on time
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, submittals, and operational manuals
• Complete required internal and external certification courses

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience servicing and inspecting fire alarm systems
• Strong troubleshooting skills in low-voltage environments
• Working knowledge of:
  • Fire alarm panels and networked systems
  • Access control systems
  • CCTV systems
• Ability to install and service cabling, devices, and control panels
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to effectively utilize technical resources
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and system documentation
• Excellent customer service and communication skills

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with:
  • Access Control
  • CCTV
  • ATM or monitored systems
• Prior experience in fire life safety inspections and maintenance
• Familiarity with code-compliance environments

Why?

• Specialized focus on fire life safety
• Stable, growing organization
• Opportunities for continued training and certification
• Variety of work across customer sites
• Collaborative and safety-focused culture

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Pittsburgh, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Pittsburgh,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.