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Eastern Fire

Fire Sprinkler Technician Apprentice

Auburn, ME · On-site

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

This is an entry-level role designed to provide hands-on experience, training, and valuable skill development in the fire suppression systems industry. As a Sprinkler Apprentice, you will support the ...

Eastern Fire

Fire Sprinkler Technician Apprentice

Auburn, ME · On-site

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

This is an entry-level role designed to provide hands-on experience, training, and valuable skill development in the fire suppression systems industry. As a Sprinkler Apprentice, you will support the ...

Marksman Security LLC

Firefighter- Toyota Fire/Rescue

NC · On-site

$69K/yr

... ENTRY LEVEL Starting at: $21.00 hr. (base annually $43 ,680) + built in overtime (annually est ... Physically inspect all fire suppression systems, including but not limited to: * Sprinkler System

City of Pensacola, FL

Fire Cadet

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$14/hr

This is an entry-level position for those who are interested in a career in the fire service. An employee in this class is responsible for a variety of tasks related to prevention and suppression of ...

City of Pensacola

Fire Cadet

Pensacola, FL

$18K - $23K/yr

This is an entry-level position for those who are interested in a career in the fire service. An employee in this class is responsible for a variety of tasks related to prevention and suppression of ...

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As of Jul 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level fire suppression in the United States is $62,665.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $72,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level Fire Suppression job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,665 per year, or $30.1 per hour.
Fire Alarm & Suppression Apprentice

Fire Alarm & Suppression Apprentice

CertaSite

Franklin, WI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

CertaSite rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

4th of 32 rated health and safety providers

Job description

ROLE OVERVIEW
We are looking for a fire alarm & suppression apprentice who has a passion for the customer and life safety. The perfect candidate embraces our cultural values and has a mechanical aptitude. This is a great opportunity to learn the trade and start in the fire protection industry. This includes how to successfully perform inspections, installations, testing, service and repairs of fire alarm systems and engineered and pre-engineered suppression systems. This ensures we maintain compliance with applicable life-safety and fire-safety requirements as mandated by standards and codes, manufacturers requirements, federal, state and local ordinances, customer requirements, and the expectations and requirements of the company. This is a fast-paced and demanding role with high visibility within the company.
COMPANY PERKS
  • Level up training program which includes bonus when you become a billable technician
  • Education & Certification reimbursement program
  • Referral bonuses starting at $1,000 per referral
  • Comprehensive medical plan options, including dental and vision
  • 401K plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
  • Management opportunities
  • Opportunities for overtime with incentives
  • Company giveaways
  • Opportunities for community service and charity involvement
  • Work at a mission-driven company, focused on people
  • Continued growth and expansion into new markets and products and services

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
  • Perform installation, inspection and testing of all types of fire alarm and engineered and pre-engineered suppression systems at the required frequencies in accordance with the requirements and instructions contained in the applicable NFPA codes and standards
  • Perform programming, testing, final inspections, as-built drawings and customer training for installations. Troubleshoot and perform service and repair of fire alarm and engineered and pre-engineered suppression systems
  • Record and document all inspections, repairs, discrepancies, and recommendations
  • Maintain a good positive relationship with the customer and pass on information to the appropriate personnel for follow up, quotes, questions, or concerns
  • Maintain vehicle in clean and orderly fashion. Keep vehicle stocked with parts, equipment, and supplies, necessary to perform the job
  • Maintain equipment and tools necessary to safely perform job
  • Evaluate customer site for additional equipment and services that customer may require
  • Work in compliance with the Company's safety program
  • Perform on-site and/or off-site (phone) emergency troubleshooting of fire alarm and suppression systems
  • Discuss deficiencies noted with customer, explaining the problem and its resolution
  • There may be situations which require work on nights, weekends, and/or holidays. For some locations, these demands will be more frequent or required than others.
  • Must be comfortable with heights, working on ladders or lifts, or in confined spaces

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Must possess the ability to calculate basic math including fractions, decimals, and percentages
  • Must possess the knowledge and ability to understand and operate basic computer functions, operating systems and software applications such as Windows, Word, Apple IOS, Android and Outlook. In addition, required to learn and use industry specific devices and software
  • Must currently have a valid U.S. driver's license
  • Experience with electrical wiring and circuitry is beneficial but this is an entry level role

Who are we?
CertaSite is a fast-growing fire protection and life safety company. Fire and life safety is our passion. It's all we think about. We leverage our hard-earned expertise to give people peace of mind, confidence, and more time to pursue their core businesses. Since 2018, we have grown from four to 18 markets while serving more than 30,000 customers throughout the Midwest.
As we grow and expand into new markets, we are building a team that loves what they do and has fun doing it. If you are looking to be challenged every day, for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, and to grow with a mission- and people-driven company focused on the customer, we hope you will consider this amazing opportunity.
Our Mission: To provide a meaningful impact to as many lives as possible.
Our Vision: To be the most dependable and simplified life safety solution on the planet.
Our Values:
  • Passionate - We are on a relentless pursuit to be great, not just good enough. And we have fun doing it.
  • Impactful - Our work makes a real difference in the world. We literally save lives, but that's just the beginning.
  • Innovative - We believe there is always a better way. We don't stop until we find it.
  • Genuine - We do what we say, and we mean it. We are authentic and dependable.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Overtime may be required, and the number of hours may vary based on work location. May be exposed to all kinds of work environments. Varying work environments from hot to cold temperatures and exposure to dust. Occasionally asked to travel overnight to a customer location. Must be able to successfully lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Frequent lifting and carrying of toolboxes, equipment, parts, tools, equipment, cabling, and/or wiring. Frequent ladder climbing and checking, pulling wire, etc. Walking, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, and raising hands overhead. Driving is required and the amount of time driving may vary. Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for this position in accordance with safety standards
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Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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