Fire Alarm & Life Safety Apprentice - Hands-On Training

Commercial Fire Protection Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Company paid medical & dental, vision

401k

Life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Company vehicle

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Commercial Fire Protection is seeking a Fire Life Safety Apprentice in the Phoenix area to join a growing team. The role supports servicing, inspection and testing of fire alarm systems, on-site troubleshooting, programming and repairs, and documenting service work.

Expect potential installation tasks and rigorous safety adherence. Applicants should have 1+ year of alarm experience, a high school diploma, ability to read blueprints and manuals, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in servicing and troubleshooting fire alarms.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, submittals, and operational/product manuals.
• Knowledge of test equipment, multi-meter, digital analyzer, and commissioning devices.
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.
• Ability to work in unusual and sometimes difficult position such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.
• Demonstrate a high level of customer service, strong organization skills, and positive attitude.
• Maintain truck inventory to ensure timely response to customer needs.
• Ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times
• Possess a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company requirements
• Pass a pre-employment background check
• Perform other duties as assigned

Responsibilities

• Servicing, inspecting and testing fire alarm systems to prescribed standards.
• Performing on-site emergency troubleshooting.
• Programming and repairs of our customers' fire alarm systems.
• Identifying code and non-conformance issues.
• Preparing accurate and timely service tickets and reports.
• Duties may also include the installation of fire alarm systems.

Skills

Customer service

Reading blueprints

Troubleshooting

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Multimeter

Digital analyzer

Commissioning devices

Job description

Commercial Fire Protection is seeking a Fire Life Safety Apprentice in the Phoenix area to join a growing team. The role supports servicing, inspection and testing of fire alarm systems, on-site troubleshooting, programming and repairs, and documenting service work.

Expect potential installation tasks and rigorous safety adherence. Applicants should have 1+ year of alarm experience, a high school diploma, ability to read blueprints and manuals, and a valid driver’s license.