Electrical Installation Apprentice

Fire Fighter Sales & Service Co. • Warrendale, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fire Alarm & Low Voltage Installation Apprentice will be responsible for assisting the lead technician in a variety of job duties: electrical installation, servicing, test/inspect of fire alarm systems and other life safety devices, such as Fire alarm systems Fire suppression systems Security systems CCTV Kitchen appliance shutdown Access control Voice/data cabling

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent – trade school degree is a plus
• Knowledge of basic wiring and/or electrical construction knowledge
• Experience with electronic test equipment and trouble-shooting equipment
• Basic understanding of blueprints and wiring schematics
• Experience using hand/power tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be organized and detail-oriented
• Must be a team player
• Customer service experience
• Ability to work overtime and various hours when required
• Ability to adapt to change with little advance notification
• Must have clean driving record and reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

• Fire alarm installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, or inspection experience is a plus but not required
• Experience with 12v - 70v DC and 120v AC a plus but not required
• Knowledge of CCTV, Data, and Access Control a plus but not required
• Ability to operate scissors or aerial lifts
• Ability to work flexible hours, weekends and/or overtime when required
• BICSI, City of Pittsburgh Electrician License, NICET Fire Alarm Certifications, West Virginia Low Voltage License, Ohio Fire Certification, OSHA Certifications, Commercial Driver’s License with H endorsement

Responsibilities

• Bend, Cut, and Install Conduit according to NEC Code
• Pull Wire above drop ceiling, in walls, in conduit, in joists exposed ceilings, etc.
• Terminate wire at terminals and make wire nut joints
• The use of various power tools such as but not limited to, drills, rotary hammers, and bandsaws
• The ability to use and read a tape measure and conduct simple construction math
• Installation must maintain compliance with NEC and NFPA 72
• Maintain clean and safe work environment
• Review new project information with lead technician

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits following 30 days of employment.
• Option to purchase supplemental benefits.
• Company-paid life insurance, long term disability insurance.
• Referral program.
• PTO available within the first year.
• 7 paid holidays.
• 401K(k) plan with Safe Harbor match | 401(k) Roth plan with Safe Harbor match
• Company-logo work attire provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees