Fire Alarm Helper/Trainee

FIRETROL PROTECTION SYSTEMS, INC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Firetrol Protection Systems, Inc is seeking a Helper/Trainee in Austin to assist with the installation, service and repair of fire protection systems under the supervision of a licensed Technician. You will help diagnose and troubleshoot issues during inspections and interact professionally with customers and contractors.

Applicants should be eager to learn, able to perform physically demanding tasks, and prepared for overtime, nights, weekends, and on-call hours.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and develop skills in fire protection.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting.
• Clean background and ability to pass a drug screening.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems or construction is a plus; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation of fire protection equipment and service, repair and maintenance under supervision.
• Assist with diagnosing and evaluating systems and troubleshoot issues during inspections under supervision.
• Interact with customers, contractors, vendors and employees in a respectful, professional manner.
• Overtime, nights, weekends and on-call hours may be required.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Background check clear

Electrical systems understanding

Job description

Founded in 1984, Firetrol is the national leader in fire protection & life safety services. We are currently seeking a Helper/Trainee to join our team of over 1,200 of the best fire protection professionals in the industry. This position will involve assisting with the installation, maintenance, and repair of fire protection systems, ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the installation of fire protection equipment and the service, repair and maintenance of fire protection systems under direct supervision of a licensed Technician.
• Assist with diagnosing and evaluating systems that require servicing as well as troubleshoot issues that arise during inspections under direct supervision of a licensed Technician.
• Interact with customers, contractors, vendors and other employees in a respectful, professional manner.
• Some overtime, nights, weekends and on-call hours may be required.

• Strong willingness to learn and develop skills in the fire protection industry.

• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and carrying equipment.

• Basic understanding of electrical systems or construction is a plus; training will be provided.

• Clean background and ability to pass a drug screening.

• Valid driver's license required.

Firetrol offers competitive wages and top-of-the-line benefits that include health, dental vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, generous paid time off practice and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting. Additionally, sponsors training and education opportunities. Finally, Firetrol offers career growth opportunities, not just a job.