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Commercial Fire Protection Inc.

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Commercial Fire Protection is seeking a Fire Life Safety Inspector in the Northern California Bay area. There's never been a more exciting time to join our team! We are in an accelerated growth phase ...

The Hunton Group

Fire Life Safety Inspector

Houston, TX · On-site

$45K - $58K/yr

Convergentz, a division of the Hunton Group, has an exciting opportunity for a Fire Life and Safety Inspector to join our growing team in Houston, TX. In this role, you'll conduct inspection services ...

City of Dover

26-072 Fire/Life Safety Inspector

Dover, NH · On-site

$30.34 - $43.94/hr

The Planning Director is seeking an individual to perform a variety of routine and complex technical work associated with the inspection and enforcement of established fire and life safety related ...

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How much do fire life safety inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for fire life safety inspector in the United States is $55,813.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $60,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fire life safety inspector?

A Fire Life Safety Inspector is a professional responsible for ensuring that buildings and properties comply with fire codes and safety regulations. Their duties include conducting inspections of fire alarms, sprinkler systems, emergency exits, and other life safety equipment to prevent fire hazards and ensure occupant safety. They also provide recommendations for improvements, issue violation notices, and may conduct follow-up inspections to ensure compliance. Fire Life Safety Inspectors often work for government agencies, fire departments, or private companies and play a vital role in protecting lives and property from fire-related risks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fire life safety inspector, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fire Life Safety Inspector, you need a solid understanding of fire codes, building safety regulations, and inspection procedures, usually supported by relevant certifications or a background in fire protection or engineering. Familiarity with inspection software, digital reporting tools, and systems like NFPA codes is essential. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving skills set top inspectors apart. These skills and qualities are critical for ensuring compliance, minimizing fire risks, and protecting lives and property.

What are some typical challenges a fire life safety inspector might face during inspections, and how can they be addressed?

Fire Life Safety Inspectors often encounter challenges such as gaining access to all required areas within a property, ensuring compliance with evolving codes, and communicating deficiencies to building owners who may be unfamiliar with regulations. These challenges can be addressed by thorough pre-inspection planning, staying updated on local and national fire safety codes, and developing strong communication and negotiation skills to effectively explain the importance of compliance. Building positive relationships with property managers and ongoing professional development also help inspectors navigate these situations more smoothly.

What is the difference between Fire Life Safety Inspector vs Fire Inspector?

AspectFire Life Safety InspectorFire Inspector
CertificationsFire Inspector Certification, Fire Life Safety CertificationsFire Inspector Certification, Fire Prevention Certifications
Work EnvironmentInspecting buildings for safety compliance, conducting fire code inspectionsInspecting fire scenes, investigating fire causes, enforcing fire codes
Employer & IndustryMunicipal fire departments, safety agenciesFire departments, insurance companies, safety agencies

While both roles involve fire safety inspections, the Fire Life Safety Inspector primarily focuses on ensuring buildings meet fire safety codes and regulations, often in a preventative capacity. The Fire Inspector typically investigates fire incidents and enforces fire codes after a fire occurs. Both roles require similar certifications and work environments, but their core responsibilities differ in focus and scope.

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Fire Life Safety Inspector

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Allied Universal
Investigation and Physical Security Services • 10K+ employees
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$24.40/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Re-posted 22 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Inspect fire prevention and emergency response systems to ensure readiness and compliance with standards.

  • Conduct routine and random patrols of the location and perimeter, noting and reporting security-related concerns.

  • Respond to incidents and critical situations, communicating relevant information to supervisors and site contacts.

Allied Universal rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 2,611 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

77th of 119 rated security

Job description

Overview

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.


Job Description

As a Fire Life Safety Inspector in Indianapolis, IN, you are responsible for the inspection of fire prevention and emergency response systems with a focus on readiness and risk reduction. Our fire life safety inspector monitors and patrosl a dynamic manufacturing location, helping to support a secure environment for employees, visitors, and operations. This driving post includes routine patrols, a visible presence to help reduce security-related incidents, and customer service focused communication. At Allied Universal, you will bring integrity, teamwork, and reliability to a role where agility and innovation are valued every day.

Position Type: Part Time

Pay Rate: $24.40 / Hour

Job Schedule:

DayTimeWed04:00 PM - 12:00 AMThur04:00 PM - 12:00 AMSun12:00 AM - 08:00 AM

What You'll Do:

  • Provide customer service to our clients by carrying out security-related procedures, site-specific policies, and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
  • Ensure inspection and maintenance records for fire protection equipment comply with customer and regulatory
    standards.
  • Audit fire prevention and other safety programs.
  • Complete scheduled fire service inspections as assigned by the Fire / Life safety Coordinator.
  • Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner and communicate relevant information to supervisors and/or site contacts.
  • Conduct regular and random patrols throughout the location and perimeter, noting unusual activity and reporting security-related concerns according to site procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • A valid driver’s license is required in accordance with Allied Universal driver policy requirements.
  • Certified and trained to national standards as a Fire Inspector based on plant and legal requirements.
  • FEMA Certification ISO700.b, ISO100.c
  • Possess 5 years of industrial security-related experience or 2 years of military, law enforcement, EMT, or fire department service.
  • Be comfortable using a computer or tablet, preferred.
  • Have alarm panel experience, preferred.
  • Be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles; 21+ years of age for armed roles.
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
  • Allied Universal will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
  • As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
  • Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
  • A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only.

Why Join Us:

  • Smart Tools: Access to our exclusive technology to view and claim additional shifts to earn more.
  • Career Growth: Get paid training and access to career growth opportunities.
  • Financial Benefits: Participate in our retirement savings plan to invest in your future.
  • Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounts on top brands and services through our Perks Program.

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com.

If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.


Requisition ID
2026-1658516

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Allied Universal® is a leading security and facility services company. We provide proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver evolving, tailored solutions that allow our clients to focus on their core business. Our excellence starts with our local leadership and local presence. Operating in more than 90 countries, our global workforce of approximately 800,000 people. Employees help to deliver our promise globally and locally: keeping people safe so our customers and communities can thrive. As we build the world's best services company, we continue to expand our footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level. In North America, we operate our business under the existing Allied Universal brand, and our international business operates under the G4S brand.

Industry

Investigation and physical security services, chemical manufacturing and real estate

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Ana, CA, US

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