Fire Alarm & Suppression Apprentice

CertaSite, LLC; Kalamazoo (MI); Vor Ort; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Level up training program

Education & Certification reimburse.

Referral bonuses starting at $1,000

Medical plan options

401K with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Overtime incentives

Company giveaways

Community service opportunities

Mission-driven company

Growth into new markets

Zusammenfassung

CertaSite, LLC is seeking a Fire Alarm & Suppression Apprentice to learn the trade and support life safety systems across the Midwest. Responsibilities include installation, testing, inspection, programming, and customer training for fire alarm and engineered suppression systems.

The role emphasizes safety, field exposure, and ongoing learning through our level-up training and certification reimbursement programs.

Qualifikationen

• Must be able to perform basic math including fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Must be able to operate computers and basic software such as Windows, Word, Outlook and mobile devices.
• U.S. driver’s license required; no sponsorship available at this time.

Aufgaben

• Perform installation, inspection and testing of fire alarm and suppression systems per NFPA codes.
• Program, test, inspect, and train customers on installations; troubleshoot and service systems.
• Record and document inspections, repairs, discrepancies and recommendations.
• Maintain positive customer relationships and coordinate follow-up with the team.
• Keep the vehicle organized and stocked with parts and supplies needed for the job.
• Operate safely and comply with the company safety program; work nights/weekends/holidays as needed.

Kenntnisse

Math

Computer literacy

Driver's license

Electrical wiring knowledge

Jobbeschreibung

CertaSite, LLC

Fire Alarm & Suppression Apprentice

ROLE OVERVIEW

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
• Education & Certification reimbursement program
• 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
• Management opportunities
• 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

Who are we?

CertaSite is a fast-growing fire protection and life safety company. Fire and life safety is our passion. It's all we think about. We leverage our hard-earned expertise to give people peace of mind, confidence, and more time to pursue their core businesses. Since 2018, we have grown from four to 18 markets while serving more than 30,000 customers throughout the Midwest.

As we grow and expand into new markets, we are building a team that loves what they do and has fun doing it. If you are looking to be challenged every day, for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, and to grow with a mission- and people-driven company focused on the customer, we hope you will consider this amazing opportunity.

Our Mission:

To provide a meaningful impact to as many lives as possible.

Our Vision:

To be the most dependable and simplified life safety solution on the planet.

Our Values:

• Passionate - We are on a relentless pursuit to be great, not just good enough. And we have fun doing it.
• Impactful - Our work makes a real difference in the world. We literally save lives, but that's just the beginning.
• Innovative - We believe there is always a better way. We don't stop until we find it.
• Genuine - We do what we say, and we mean it. We are authentic and dependable.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status

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.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.