Fire Alarm Technician Trainee, Pocatello ID

State Fire Idaho; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA match

IRA match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

State Fire Idaho is hiring a Fire Alarm Technician Trainee in Pocatello, ID. No experience is required; we’ll provide hands-on training for the right person who’s ready to learn, work hard, and grow with us.

This entry-level role offers an opportunity to join a growing company in a high-demand trade with room for advancement and long-term career prospects within the fire protection industry.

Qualifications

• No experience required; we’ll train the right candidate who demonstrates reliability, motivation, and a desire to grow with us
• Low voltage experience preferred
• History of longer-term employment in previous positions
• Mechanically inclined with a strong work ethic
• Willing to learn and grow in the fire protection industry
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow directions
• Able to communicate effectively in English
• Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, and in active construction settings
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, service, and maintenance of fire alarm systems
• Work alongside experienced technicians to learn the trade
• Keep job sites clean, safe, and organized
• Use hand tools and basic power tools
• Load, unload, and organize materials
• Follow safety protocols and complete required paperwork
• Travel occasionally if needed for jobs outside the immediate area

Skills

Reliability

Motivation

Willingness to learn

English communication

Job description

Description

Do you have some low-voltage experience and looking for a long-term career and not just a job? State Fire Idaho is hiring a Fire Alarm Technician Trainee in Pocatello, ID. No experience is necessary, we’ll provide hands-on training for the right person who’s ready to learn, work hard, and grow with us. This is a great opportunity to join an established and growing company in a high-demand trade with room for advancement.

Do you have some low-voltage experience and looking for a long-term career and not just a job? State Fire Idaho is hiring a Fire Alarm Technician Trainee in Pocatello, ID. No experience is necessary, we’ll provide hands-on training for the right person who’s ready to learn, work hard, and grow with us. This is a great opportunity to join an established and growing company in a high-demand trade with room for advancement.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with the installation, service, and maintenance of fire alarm systems
• Work alongside experienced technicians to learn the trade
• Keep job sites clean, safe, and organized
• Use hand tools and basic power tools
• Load, unload, and organize materials
• Follow safety protocols and complete required paperwork
• Travel occasionally if needed for jobs outside the immediate area

Requirements

• No experience required; we’ll train the right candidate who demonstrates reliability, motivation, and a desire to grow with us
• Low voltage experience preferred
• History of longer-term employment in previous positions
• Mechanically inclined with a strong work ethic
• Willing to learn and grow in the fire protection industry
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow directions
• Able to communicate effectively in English
• Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, and in active construction settings
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 70 lbs
• Able to kneel, crouch, climb, and work in tight spaces
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
• Ability to work full shifts on your feet and travel to job sites

Why Join State Fire Idaho?

• We’ll train you and invest in your growth
• Competitive pay, based on your effort and reliability
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options (with HSA match)
• IRA retirement plan with match options
• $50K life insurance policy
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for advancement into technician and leadership roles

About Us

Founded as a small team, State Fire Idaho has grown into a regional leader in fire protection, serving clients across thirteen states. We install and service fire alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers, clean agent systems, and more. Our culture is built on quality, teamwork, and doing work we’re proud of. If you're looking for a trade you can grow in, and a company that values reliability and long-term commitment.

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