Fire Alarm & Security Apprentice

Summit Fire & Security
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, 401(k)
United States, Nevada, Reno
1025 Telegraph Street (Show on map)
Nov 16, 2024
Are you interested in working for the nation's leading fire protection company and beginning a rewarding and satisfying career that helps save the lives of thousands each year? Do you want to be a part of a growing and expanding team of industry experts? If so, exploring career opportunities with Summit Fire & Security may be right for you! Summit Fire & Security, a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customer across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale. We're proud of our well-deserved reputation for quality work that's completed by our talented and experienced installation workforce. Summit Fire & Security is a dynamic organization with endless growth opportunities spanning over 70 locations in more than 20 states. Our company is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. Summit Fire & Security supports trade skills and workforce development by hosting Recognized Apprenticeships and on-the-job training (OJT) programs for new career-seekers. Many members of our leadership chair NFPA code compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical education in local schools. Summit Fire & Security supports employees in their professional development by offering continued development, training, and education by encouraging NICET and other career-advancing certifications. We continually strive to be the Employer of Choice for highly motivated team members who want to succeed in a high-growth environment. We encourage initiative, independence, diversity, and personal career growth. Demonstrating the combination of experience, knowledge, and customer service is the key to our performance and helps us achieve our goal of providing the highest quality fire protection services possible to protect lives and property. We are currently seeking Fire Alarm & Security Apprentices to join our team. This position supports a professional Fire Alarm Technician with the service, maintenance, repair, and installation of fire alarm systems. Responsibilities: Assists, as appropriate with inspections, service, install and sales on a variety of fire protection equipment including fire alarm systems, and additional fire protection / life safety equipment as skills develop. Previous experience is a plus. Perform other duties as assigned or delegated Learn to follow blueprints to meet product specifications Learn proper installation techniques Requirements: High school diploma or GED Advanced technical school training or related work experience preferred Valid driver's license with clean driving record required Basic knowledge of hand tools, including electric and battery-powered equipment Proficient in basic computer skills Proactive approach and attitude towards work Demonstrate problem-solving skills Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Must be able to lift 10-50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally May be exposed to temperature changes, small spaces, and confined spaces Benefits Summit Fire & Security offers extensive training opportunities, career advancement, competitive pay, bonus opportunities, along with an industry leading and affordable benefits package for eligible employees. Our benefits package includes: Paid Vacation and Holidays Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) Plan with Company Match Flexible Spending Accounts Long-Term Disability - Employer Paid Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Program Our Core Values PIPE We are PASSIONATE about life safety We have INTEGRITY (Do the right thing) We work in PARTNERSHIP with our customers and community We constantly strive for OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE (Do things right) Summit Fire & Security participates in E-Verify & in alignment with our commitment to safety, we promote a drug-free workplace. Summit Fire & Security is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. #LI-BH1