Fire Alarm & Suppression Apprentice

Certasitepro; Franklin (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Level up training program with bonuses

Referral bonuses starting at $1,000

Comprehensive medical plan options

401K plan with company match

Generous paid time off and holidays

Opportunities for overtime

Company giveaways

Community service opportunities

Work at a mission-driven company

Job summary

A fire protection services company in Franklin, Wisconsin is seeking a fire alarm & suppression apprentice. The role involves installing, inspecting, and testing fire alarm systems, alongside troubleshooting and repair duties. Ideal candidates should have basic math and computer skills and a valid driver's license. Commitment to safety is vital, as employees will work in various environments and may be required to travel. This is an excellent opportunity to start a career in the fire protection industry.

Qualifications

• Ability to calculate basic math including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Understanding of basic computer functions and operating systems.
• Valid U.S. driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, inspection, and testing of fire alarm systems.
• Troubleshoot and perform repairs on systems.
• Document all inspections and repairs.

Skills

Basic math skills

Computer functions knowledge

Electrical wiring and circuitry

Job description

We are looking for a fire alarm & suppression apprentice who has a passion for the customer and life safety. The perfect candidate embraces our cultural values and has a mechanical aptitude. This is a great opportunity to learn the trade and start in the fire protection industry. This includes how to successfully perform inspections, installations, testing, service and repairs of fire alarm systems and engineered and pre‑engineered suppression systems. This ensures we maintain compliance with applicable life‑safety and fire‑safety requirements as mandated by standards and codes, manufacturers requirements, federal, state and local ordinances, customer requirements, and the expectations and requirements of the company. This is a fast‑paced and demanding role with high visibility within the company.

COMPANY PERKS

• Level up training program which includes bonus when you become a billable technician
• Referral bonuses starting at $1,000 per referral
• Comprehensive medical plan options, including dental and vision
• 401K plan with company match
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Opportunities for overtime with incentives
• Company giveaways
• Opportunities for community service and charity involvement
• Work at a mission-driven company, focused on people
• Continued growth and expansion into new markets and products and services

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Perform installation, inspection and testing of all types of fire alarm and engineered and pre‑engineered suppression systems at the required frequencies in accordance with the requirements and instructions contained in the applicable NFPA codes and standards
• Perform programming, testing, final inspections, as‑built drawings and customer training for installations. Troubleshoot and perform service and repair of fire alarm and engineered and pre‑engineered suppression systems
• Record and document all inspections, repairs, discrepancies, and recommendations
• Maintain a good positive relationship with the customer and pass on information to the appropriate personnel for follow up, quotes, questions, or concerns
• Maintain vehicle in clean and orderly fashion. Keep vehicle stocked with parts, equipment, and supplies, necessary to perform the job
• Maintain equipment and tools necessary to safely perform job
• Evaluate customer site for additional equipment and services that customer may require
• Work in compliance with the Company’s safety program
• Perform on‑site and/or off‑site (phone) emergency troubleshooting of fire alarm and suppression systems
• Discuss deficiencies noted with customer, explaining the problem and its resolution
• There may be situations which require work on nights, weekends, and/or holidays. For some locations, these demands will be more frequent or required than others.
• Must be comfortable with heights, working on ladders or lifts, or in confined spaces

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess the ability to calculate basic math including fractions, decimals, and percentages
• Must possess the knowledge and ability to understand and operate basic computer functions, operating systems and software applications such as Windows, Word, Apple IOS, Android and Outlook. In addition, required to learn and use industry specific devices and software
• Must currently have a valid U.S. driver’s license
• Experience with electrical wiring and circuitry is beneficial but this is an entry level role

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Overtime may be required, and the number of hours may vary based on work location. May be exposed to all kinds of work environments. Varying work environments from hot to cold temperatures and exposure to dust. Occasionally asked to travel overnight to a customer location. Must be able to successfully lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Frequent lifting and carrying of toolboxes, equipment, parts, tools, equipment, cabling, and/or wiring. Frequent ladder climbing and checking, pulling wire, etc. Walking, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, and raising hands overhead. Driving is required and the amount of time driving may vary. Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for this position in accordance with safety standards

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.