Fire Safety Apprentice Technician

UniFirst Corporation; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

30% Employee Discount

Employee Referral Bonuses

Job summary

UniFirst First Aid + Safety is seeking an Apprentice Fire Safety Specialist to join our team in California. You will learn to inspect, service, repair, and maintain portable fire extinguishers and emergency/exit lighting systems under supervision, while supporting sales and service growth.

Under experienced technicians, you will train in fire safety practices, assist with audits and quotes, and gain hands-on experience with NFPA 10 standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record are required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• No prior experience is required; willingness to learn fire extinguisher and emergency lighting maintenance is essential.
• Fire Extinguisher License or certification will be provided during apprenticeship; no prior license needed.
• Experience in sales and upselling related products is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Learn to conduct inspections, service, repair, and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers and emergency/exit lighting systems under supervision.
• Learn, implement and follow NFPA 10 standards; provide technical support during inspections to ensure NFPA 10 compliance.
• Assist in training team members on inspection, service, and repair techniques.
• Help inspect and test emergency egress lighting and exit signs as needed, supporting team during vacations/absences.
• Participate in onsite customer audits, assisting with quotes for fire extinguisher services.
• Support demonstrations of fire-related products and services to customers, collaborating with the service team to ensure satisfaction.
• Assist in selling and promoting fire extinguisher services and products to expand our customer base.
• Receive training on fire services inspection software to support team efficiency.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Sales aptitude

Physical strength

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fire inspection software

Job description

UniFirst First Aid + Safety is seeking an Apprentice Fire Safety Specialist to join our team in California. You will learn to inspect, service, repair, and maintain portable fire extinguishers and emergency/exit lighting systems under supervision, while supporting sales and service growth.

Under experienced technicians, you will train in fire safety practices, assist with audits and quotes, and gain hands-on experience with NFPA 10 standards.