ERCES Alarm Inspector/Auditor

Responsibilities

A Senior Alarm System Inspector conducts annual field inspections for all ERCES, burglar, and fire alarm system installations by examining and evaluating equipment, and preparing inspection reports. Reviews inspection results and corrective action measures for compliance with U Listing requirements. Conducts revisits when initial annual inspection reveals need for facility modifications and/or corrective actions. Under supervision, establishes new Listings for ERCES, burglar, and fire alarm systems. May assist in conducting Listing and annual inspections of central station monitoring facilities. Maintains and applies working knowledge of latest alarm equipment technology.

• Conducts all ERCES, burglar, and fire alarm system field inspections and service tests to determine that assigned alarm installation companies are providing Certificates and service in compliance with UL and other applicable requirements. Transfers inspection results to appropriate UL forms and prepares detailed inspection reports.
• Conducts annual field inspections of all ERCES, burglar, and fire alarm systems to verify that performance of the system, arrangement of monitoring devices, continuity of circuits, wiring of control units, and other security elements are consistent with the types of systems listed on the Certificates. Prepares report of findings and follows up to verify that deficiencies are resolved.
• Maintains and applies current knowledge of all applicable ERCES, burglar, and fire alarm equipment and installation standards, the National Electrical Code, National Fire Codes, applicable building codes, latest alarm equipment technology, alarm technology practices and UL policies and procedures.
• Under supervision, conducts new Listing evaluations for all ERCES, burglar, and fire alarm systems by examining and evaluating equipment to verify that components are compatible with each other and the system meets applicable standards. Prepares procedure reports, correspondence and associated materials related to new work, revisits, and Listing inspections.
• Communicates with customers to schedule appointments, discuss UL requirements for Listing compliance, explain results of field inspections, and resolve adverse field report findings. Provides information to Authorities Having Jurisdiction and other external bodies as required. May assist in educating the public in areas of ERCES, burglar, and fire alarm safety.
• May assist in conducting annual central station monitoring inspections by examining and evaluating facilities to verify that the equipment, standby power, installation techniques, service, and building are in compliance with UL standards.
• Reads and interprets equipment installation literature, wiring diagrams and building blueprints to verify that alarm system equipment and operating room security meet UL requirements for installation, operation and maintenance.
• Develops and manages a work schedule from an annual assignment of work. This includes scheduling appointments with customers, reviewing files for a profile of past performance, selecting certificates to be analyzed, and arranging travel schedules and hotel accommodations.
• Analyzes previous years' inspection reports to verify and check inspection results.
• Read and follow the UL Solutions Code of Conduct, and follow all physical and digital security practices.
• The salary range for this position is $80,000 minimum budgeted by team - $105,000 midpoint of the salary range and is based upon years of experience that is commensurate with the level of the position. All employees at UL Solutions are eligible for annual bonus compensation. The target for this position is 10% of the base salary offered.

Qualifications

• Some University education in applied science or a related discipline + NICET* II plus.
• Four years directly related experience preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of the technical vocabulary common to the ERCES, fire and burglar alarm industry.
• Working knowledge of applicable testing apparatus and techniques common to the ERCES, fire and burglar alarm industry.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare procedure reports and associated materials related to annual audit inspections.
• Knowledge of the design, installation, operation, and maintenance for Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement Systems preferred.
• Technical knowledge of NFPA70, NFPA72, UL Standard 827, 681 and 2050 preferred.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 50% locally and regionally, and work remotely. This position does not generally report to a specific UL office.

Ideal candidate will be located anywhere in the US.