Fire Alarm & Detection Technician Apprentice

Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.

Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

What We Offer

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
• 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement

Fire Alarm & Detection Technician Apprentice Salary range $18-21 per hour, depending on years of experience and certifications. The function of this position is to assist the lead Alarm & Detection Technician in providing reliable, high quality customer support through on-site inspecting, installing, repairing and/or replacing fire alarm equipment as well as learning to conduct preventive maintenance services pertaining to many different manufacturers equipment. The preferred candidate will be outgoing, highly self-motivated, and able to problem solve. They will have strong communication skills and a professional image as well as able to learn all aspects of a project from install to programming, strong troubleshooting skills, and service work. Must have the initiative to learn the skills required to eventually move into a Technician role within WSFP.

Essential Functions: Assist & Train

• Fire alarm installations
• Fire Alarm system troubleshooting techniques
• Analysis of blueprints

Qualifications

• Desires a career in fire protection
• High School diploma or equivalent is required
• Completion of NICET level 1 exam within the first year of employment is required
• Experience with technology such as iPad, smartphone, etc.
• Possess a valid driver’s license; in accordance with Company policy
• Clean appearance and reliable transportation in accordance with Company Health & Safety Pocketbook
• Willing to pass post-offer drug screen, background and reference check

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
• Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor