Fire Alarm Helper

Century Fire Protection; Sanford (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(K) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Relief Fund

Job summary

Century Fire Protection is seeking an entry-level installer helper to assist Lead Installers and Foremen with life-safety systems installation in new and existing buildings across Florida. You will drill, pull cables, and mount panels under supervision, gaining hands-on experience with low voltage components.

Responsibilities include assisting with wiring, testing, and ensuring proper device function, while maintaining safety and teamwork with customers and suppliers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1-2 years of construction-related experience preferred.
• Basic installation experience or education/training with alarm or security systems or other electrical systems.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation of low voltage components such as smoke detectors, pull stations, video cameras, door contacts, etc.
• Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, floors, etc.
• Feed or pull cables through access holes, roof spaces, wall cavities, conduit, j-hooks, bridle rings, etc.
• Check wiring, install raceway, equipment and special boxes, and assist with final connections and testing.
• Mount and fasten control panels; adjust sensitivity or addresses of devices.
• Test and repair circuits and sensors per wiring and system specs.
• Test batteries, keypad and annunciator programming, notification appliances, and security features.

Skills

Basic installation experience

Construction experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Century Fire Protection Orlando - Sanford, FL 32771

Position Type: Full Time

Div. 148 Orlando, FL

Summary

Assist Lead Installers and/or Foreman or Field Supervisors with installation and service of fire detection and alarm systems, security and access control systems, and other life safety systems in new and existing buildings in all types of construction, using conduit, hangers, wires, alarm devices, and panels.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with installation of components that make up the low voltage systems such as smoke detectors, pull stations, video cameras, door contacts, etc.
• Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, floors, etc.
• Feed or pull cables through access holes, roof spaces, wall cavities, conduit, j-hooks, bridle rings, etc.
• Check wiring, install raceway, equipment and special boxes, and assist with final connections and testing.
• Mount and fasten control panels; adjust the sensitivity of devices or set addresses of devices.
• Test and repair circuits and sensors by following wiring and system specifications.
• Test batteries, keypad and annunciator programming, notification appliances, and security features in order to ensure proper functioning.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships between co-workers, customers, and suppliers.

Additional Requirements

Pre-employment drug screen; overtime may be required.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 1-2 years of construction related experience preferred. Basic installation experience or education/training with alarm or security systems or other electrical systems.

Computer Skills

Basic computer skills.

What's In It For You?

Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!

We are experts in design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of all types of fire protection systems in virtually all commercial markets for each stage of a buildings life cycle. Headquartered in Duluth, GA, Century Fire has more than 20 offices across seven states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident

Century Fire Protection is a GREAT place to work! Come and GROW WITH US!