Kitchen Fire Suppression Technician Apprentice - Earn Your Way Up

PACrimson Fire Risk Services Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Career path to certification

Year-round work

Competitive pay

Job summary

PA Crimson Fire Risk Services Inc. is hiring a Fire Suppression Apprentice to learn the trade in the field from experienced technicians.

You will assist with inspections, service, and installation of kitchen fire suppression systems while gaining hands-on experience from day one. You will develop skills in troubleshooting life safety equipment, documentation, and customer communication, with a path toward becoming a licensed technician.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and take direction.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, hands-on environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist inspections, service, and installation of kitchen fire suppression systems.
• Learn how to troubleshoot and maintain life safety equipment.
• Handle tools, materials, and equipment in the field.
• Maintain clean and accurate documentation.
• Communicate professionally with customers and team members.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Willingness to learn

Excellent communication

Reliable transportation

Job description

Job Description

Looking for More Than Just a Job? If you’re motivated, dependable, and not afraid to work hard or get your hands dirty, this is your opportunity to break into a skilled trade with real career growth.

We’re hiring a Fire Suppression Apprentice who wants to learn fast, work hard, and build a long‑term career in the fire protection industry. This is not a “stand around and watch” role—you’ll be in the field, learning directly from experienced technicians and gaining hands‑on experience from day one.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Assisting with inspections, service, and installation of kitchen fire suppression systems
• Learning how to troubleshoot and maintain life safety equipment
• Handling tools, materials, and equipment in the field
• Maintaining clean and accurate documentation
• Communicating professionally with customers and team members
• Supporting technicians on job sites and keeping work areas organized
• Showing up ready to work—every day

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong work ethic—no shortcuts, no excuses
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Comfortable working in fast‑paced, hands‑on environments
• Not afraid of physical work or getting dirty
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
• Positive attitude and team‑first mindset

Bonus Points (Not Required):

• Mechanical or construction experience
• Trade school background
• Any exposure to fire protection or safety systems

What You’ll Get:

• Hands‑on training from experienced professionals
• A clear path to becoming a licensed / certified technician
• Steady, year‑round work
• Competitive starting pay with rapid growth based on performance
• Opportunity to build a real career—not just hold a job

Let’s Be Clear: This role isn’t for someone looking to coast. It’s for someone who wants to learn a trade, earn respect, and grow into a high‑earning technician. Top apprentices quickly grow into $30+/hr technicians

Company Description

About PA Crimson Fire Risk Services Inc.:

PA Crimson is on a mission to be the most respected service brand regarding fire safety. We have established a culture that supports our team members so they may provide exceptional service to our customers.

Our values reflect who we are and what we stand for:

• Customer Commitment
• Quality
• Integrity
• Teamwork
• Respect for People
• Good Citizenship
• A Will to Win
• Personal Accountability
• Healthy, Balanced and Fun

PA Crimson is looking for hard working individuals to add to our growing team.