Fire Alarm Systems Apprentice

Century Fire Protection; Marianna (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(K) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Century Fire Protection in Marianna, FL is seeking a full-time installer helper to support Lead Installers and Foremen in the installation of life-safety systems for commercial buildings.

You will assist with wiring, mounting panels, testing, and commissioning, and collaborate with customers and suppliers on site. A high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of construction-related experience are preferred; basic installation skills or training with alarm systems are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years construction experience preferred.
• Basic installation experience or education/training with alarm or security systems or other electrical systems.

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 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.

Skills

Installation experience

Alarm systems

Electrical systems

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Century Fire Protection in Marianna, FL is seeking a full-time installer helper to support Lead Installers and Foremen in the installation of life-safety systems for commercial buildings.

You will assist with wiring, mounting panels, testing, and commissioning, and collaborate with customers and suppliers on site. A high school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of construction-related experience are preferred; basic installation skills or training with alarm systems are a plus.