Low Voltage Inspector - 24828

Work closely with facility management, operations personnel, security staff and contractors to minimize impacts to occupants and mission-critical operations. - Inspect installation of fire alarm control panels, initiating devices, notification appliances, communication pathways, power supplies and associated infrastructure.

We are seeking a Low Voltage Inspector for assignment in Washington, DC. The selected candidate will support fire alarm system installation, modification, testing and commissioning activities within an active, occupied facility.


Hours are Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 3:00pm


Responsibilities
- Perform daily inspection of fire alarm installation, replacement, expansion and modernization activities
- Verify contractor compliance with project plans, technical specifications, approved shop drawings and contract requirements
- Inspect installation of fire alarm control panels, initiating devices, notification appliances, communication pathways, power supplies and associated infrastructure
- Monitor workmanship and installation methods to ensure compliance with industry standards and manufacturer recommendations
- Identify, document and track deficiencies requiring corrective action
- Verify compliance with applicable building codes, fire codes, life safety requirements and Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) regulations
- Review system installations for compliance with NFPA standards and project-specific requirements
- Monitor impairment procedures, temporary protection measures and fire watch activities when required
- Ensure proper documentation and maintenance of life safety systems throughout construction activities
- Operating Facility Coordination
- Coordinate daily activities within an occupied and operational facility environment
- Work closely with facility management, operations personnel, security staff and contractors to minimize impacts to occupants and mission-critical operations
- Review planned outage requests and ensure proper stakeholder notification procedures are followed
- Monitor contractor adherence to access restrictions, permit requirements and operational constraints
- Witness and document functional testing, acceptance testing, integrated system testing and commissioning activities
- Verify proper operation of devices, circuits, communication networks, monitoring systems and supervisory functions
- Review contractor testing reports, inspection forms and closeout documentation
- Ensure deficiencies identified during testing are corrected and retested before acceptance
- Prepare detailed daily inspection reports documenting work activities, contractor progress, observations and issues
- Maintain inspection records, photographs, field notes and quality documentation
- Track requests for information (RFIs), submittals, field changes and non-conformance items
- Assist in preparation of punch lists and final acceptance documentation
- Monitor contractor compliance with site safety plans, OSHA requirements and facility-specific safety protocols
- Verify implementation of lockout/tagout procedures, permit systems and hot work requirements where applicable
- Identify potential safety concerns and communicate corrective actions
- Serve as the primary field liaison between contractors, facility representatives and project management teams
- Attend progress meetings, coordination meetings, testing activities and project status reviews
- Provide timely updates regarding schedule impacts, quality concerns and operational risks
- Escalate critical issues affecting life safety systems, facility operations or project milestones


Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- 10+ years of construction inspection experience, including significant experience with fire alarm systems and life safety projects
- Demonstrated experience inspecting projects within occupied or operational facilities
- Strong knowledge of fire alarm system components, installation practices and acceptance testing procedures
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, riser diagrams, sequence of operations and technical submittals
- A NICET or Fire Protection related certification is highly preferredPandoLogic. Keywords: Fire Watcher, Location: Washington, DC - 20402