Fire Systems Helper

Firetrol; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Training opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Firetrol Protection Systems, Inc. in Lake Charles, LA, seeks an Fire Systems Helper to join a national leader in fire protection. You will assist licensed technicians with routine inspections, installations, testing and maintenance of fire alarm, sprinkler and extinguishing systems under supervision.

The role offers hands-on training, opportunities to gain licenses, and exposure to customer interactions. Some overtime, nights, weekends, and on-call hours may be required; training provided; valid

Qualifications

• Preferred training or experience in installation, maintenance, inspection, or repair of fire protection systems; training provided.
• Must be able to work at the IAH Airport.
• Willingness to obtain applicable state licenses.
• Experience with installing conduit (EMT & Rigid) preferred.
• Background check per Government, Federal and Customs requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine inspections, testing, and PM of fire protection systems under direct supervision.
• Assist in diagnosing and evaluating systems and troubleshooting during inspections.
• Assist in documenting inspection findings and recommendations.
• Assist with installation and servicing of fire alarm equipment under supervision of licensed technician.
• Interact with customers, contractors, vendors and employees professionally.

Tools

Conduit installation (EMT & Rigid)

Job description

Founded in 1984, Firetrol Protection Systems, Inc. is the national leader in fire protection & life safety services. We are currently seeking an Fire Systems Helper to join our team of over 1200 of the best fire protection professionals in the industry.

• Assist in the performance of routine inspections, testing, and preventative maintenance of fire protection systems - fire alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems and extinguishing systems under direct supervision.
• Assist in the diagnoses and evaluation of systems that require servicing as well as assisting in troubleshooting issues that arise during inspections.
• Assist in the documentation of inspection findings and recommendations.
• Assist with the installation of fire alarm equipment and the service, repair and maintenance of fire alarm systems under direct supervision of a licensed technician.
• Assist with diagnosing and evaluating industrial fire protection systems that require servicing as well as troubleshoot issues that arise during inspections under direct supervision of a licensed Fire Alarm Technician.
• Interact with customers, contractors, vendors and other employees in a respectful, professional manner.
• Some overtime, nights, weekends and on-call hours may be required.

Requirements

• Work experience, training or education in the installation, maintenance, inspection and repair of fire protection systems or related equipment is preferred but not mandatory. Training will be provided.
• Must be able work at the IAH Airport.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain any applicable state licenses.
• Experience installing Conduit both EMT and Rigid is preferred.
• A current Driver’s License is preferred.
• Work experience, training or education in the installation, maintenance, inspection and repair of alarm systems or related equipment is preferred but not required. Training will be provided.
• Must be able to satisfy Government, Federal and Customs background check requirements.

Benefits

Firetrol offers competitive wages and top-of-the-line benefits that include health, dental vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, generous paid time off practice and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting. Additionally, sponsors training and education opportunities. Finally, Firetrol offers career growth opportunities, not just a job.