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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for on call fire protection 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.

What is the difference between On Call Fire Protection vs Fire Alarm Technician?

AspectOn Call Fire ProtectionFire Alarm Technician
CertificationsFire protection licenses, OSHA trainingNICET certification, fire alarm system training
Work EnvironmentEmergency response, maintenance, inspectionsInstallation, testing, troubleshooting of fire alarm systems
Employer & Industry UsageFire protection companies, facilities managementSecurity system companies, specialized fire alarm firms

On Call Fire Protection professionals focus on emergency response, maintenance, and inspections of fire suppression systems, often working in facilities or for fire protection companies. Fire Alarm Technicians primarily install, test, and troubleshoot fire alarm systems, requiring specialized certifications. While both roles ensure safety and require knowledge of fire safety standards, their daily tasks and certifications differ, making each role unique within the fire safety industry.

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Infographic showing various On Call Fire Protection job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,665 per year, or $30.1 per hour.

CNS Fire Protection Engineer

York, SC • On-site

Duke Energy Corporation
Utilities • 10K+ employees

$77K - $103K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Duke Energy rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Job description

Important Application Submission Information
In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Sunday, September 13, 2026
More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.
Build an exciting, rewarding career with us - help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.
The Fire Protection Engineer is responsible for supporting the fleet Fire Protection team at the Catawba Nuclear Plant in York,SC. The position may be filled at the Engineer III or Senior Engineer level, depending on the candidate's experience. Additionally, the role requires providing support to other nuclear plants within the Duke Energy Nuclear Fleet as needed.
Responsibilities
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on NFPA codes and fire protection programs, ensuring that the site complies with all relevant codes, standards, fleet and site procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Provide engineering expertise, including field support, to identify, analyze, and resolve issues within the fire protection program.
  • Offer technical support to Fire Protection team members who develop and revise Fire Probabilistic Risk Assessments (PRAs) and Nuclear Safety Culture Assessments (NSCA).
  • Prepare for and support inspections and audits conducted by the NRC, INPO, NEIL, NSRB, and NOS.
  • Monitor the testing and operational performance of fire protection features in the plant, such as penetration seals and fire doors.
  • Review engineering changes for accuracy, program impact, and plant license requirements.
  • Develop and/or provide technical support in the development of surveillance testing, fire protection pre-plans, and fire impairment monitoring and reporting processes.
  • Prepare and/or review Fire Protection Engineering calculations
  • Review and respond to fleet/industry OE
  • Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally
Working Conditions
  • Work is performed in both office and plant environments, requiring walking, light lifting, occasional climbing, and exposure to temperature, noise, and radiation.
  • The role operates within a procedural and process-oriented structure due to stringent regulatory requirements.
  • Must be available to work some weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
  • On-call duty responsibilities are part of the position.
  • Must be able to conduct field walk-downs in an operating plant environment.
  • Occasional travel outside the Duke Energy system may be necessary.
Senior Engineer - Basic / Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science or master's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • At least 6 years of engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to complete work with minimal supervision.
Engineer III - Basic / Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science or master's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
  • Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience.

Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection from an ABET-accredited program.
  • At least three years of experience in Fire Protection Engineering responsibilities.
  • Nuclear Power Plant experience
  • Registered Professional Engineer
Specific Requirements
  • Ability to achieve nuclear site Unescorted Access/Security clearance.
  • May be required to participate in the Emergency Response Organization (ERO), which could involve callouts with a specified response time and inclusion in an on-call duty rotation requiring the employee to be Fit for Duty.
  • Able to wear personal protective equipment such as hard-hat, safety glasses, and fall protection as needed.
  • Work is conducted in both office and plant environments.
  • Additional hours may be required based on workload and business needs.
  • Occasional overnight travel

Travel Requirements
5-15%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
Yes
Represented/Union Position
No
Visa Sponsored Position
No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.
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Duke Energy, a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is one of America’s largest energy holding companies. Our electric utilities serve 8.2 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 50,000 megawatts of energy capacity. Our natural gas unit serves 1.6 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky. Our company employs 28,000 people.

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Utilities

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US

Year founded

1904