Fire Systems Apprentice $18-30/hr (Weekly Pay)**
**Job Description**
Join a family-owned business with over 60 years of experience in fire safety solutions as a Fire Systems Apprentice. This role offers the opportunity to learn and grow in the fire protection industry while working alongside experienced technicians. As an apprentice, you will assist in the installation, servicing, and inspection of fire safety systems, contributing to the mission of keeping communities safe.
**Responsibilities**
+ Assist lead technician with the review and understanding of new project information.
+ Work in compliance with industry standards and codes such as NFPA 72, NFPA 17, and NEC.
+ Use hand and power tools for mechanical work and installation tasks.
+ Pull wire through conduit, walls, and drop ceilings as part of system installations.
+ Bend, cut, and install conduit following NEC code.
+ Obtain and maintain relevant certifications and credentials.
+ Support technicians during fire systems testing, inspection, and service calls.
**Essential Skills**
+ Basic understanding of electrical systems and familiarity with electricity fundamentals.
+ Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or overnight shifts if required.
+ Relevant certifications such as NICET, OSHA, BICSI, ICC, or Electrician License are a plus.
+ High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school experience is an advantage.
+ Basic understanding of blueprints and wiring schematics.
+ Must possess a valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
+ Ability to pass a drug screening.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Prior fire systems experience: installing fire alarms and/or fire suppression systems.
+ Experience installing in an industrial and commercial environment.
+ Ability to lift 75+ pounds.
+ Work in jobsite settings at customer facilities.
+ Climbing and working on ladders or at heights achieved in a lift.
+ Positive attitude and desire to learn.
**Why Work Here?**
Enjoy a supportive work environment with tools provided, competitive salary, medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, eight paid holidays, retirement plan with company match, company-provided cell phone, and access to a fitness center with free weights and cardio equipment.
**Work Environment**
The work environment involves hands-on activities at customer facilities, requiring flexibility in hours including weekends or overnight shifts. Personal protective equipment is provided by the employer except for safety shoes. You will work in compliance with industry standards and codes such as NFPA 17, 17A, and 96, using technologies like electrical installation, fire alarm installation, and fire suppression systems.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $30.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Pittsburgh,PA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
**Job Description**
Join a family-owned business with over 60 years of experience in fire safety solutions as a Fire Systems Apprentice. This role offers the opportunity to learn and grow in the fire protection industry while working alongside experienced technicians. As an apprentice, you will assist in the installation, servicing, and inspection of fire safety systems, contributing to the mission of keeping communities safe.
**Responsibilities**
+ Assist lead technician with the review and understanding of new project information.
+ Work in compliance with industry standards and codes such as NFPA 72, NFPA 17, and NEC.
+ Use hand and power tools for mechanical work and installation tasks.
+ Pull wire through conduit, walls, and drop ceilings as part of system installations.
+ Bend, cut, and install conduit following NEC code.
+ Obtain and maintain relevant certifications and credentials.
+ Support technicians during fire systems testing, inspection, and service calls.
**Essential Skills**
+ Basic understanding of electrical systems and familiarity with electricity fundamentals.
+ Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or overnight shifts if required.
+ Relevant certifications such as NICET, OSHA, BICSI, ICC, or Electrician License are a plus.
+ High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school experience is an advantage.
+ Basic understanding of blueprints and wiring schematics.
+ Must possess a valid drivers license with a clean driving record.
+ Ability to pass a drug screening.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Prior fire systems experience: installing fire alarms and/or fire suppression systems.
+ Experience installing in an industrial and commercial environment.
+ Ability to lift 75+ pounds.
+ Work in jobsite settings at customer facilities.
+ Climbing and working on ladders or at heights achieved in a lift.
+ Positive attitude and desire to learn.
**Why Work Here?**
Enjoy a supportive work environment with tools provided, competitive salary, medical/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, eight paid holidays, retirement plan with company match, company-provided cell phone, and access to a fitness center with free weights and cardio equipment.
**Work Environment**
The work environment involves hands-on activities at customer facilities, requiring flexibility in hours including weekends or overnight shifts. Personal protective equipment is provided by the employer except for safety shoes. You will work in compliance with industry standards and codes such as NFPA 17, 17A, and 96, using technologies like electrical installation, fire alarm installation, and fire suppression systems.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $30.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Pittsburgh,PA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025.
**About Aerotek:**
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Job ID: 485004494
Originally Posted on: 7/12/2025
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