Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!

Fire Sprinkler, Trainee for Division 24 Knoxville, TN

Summary

Entry level position learning how to perform and work with fire protection inspections to ensure compliance, field surveys, part listings, and provide field labor support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Learn to assist Inspectors while they inspect, test, and maintain fire protection systems in accordance with NFPA codes
• Develop knowledge of life safety and NFPA codes and standards.
• Develop knowledge of fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems and their devices, appurtenances, critical components and operations.
• Learn to perform testing and maintenance under direct supervision of an Inspection/Service Technician.
• Under supervision, perform on the job training documentation each week.
• Learn to differentiate between inspection deficiencies and service required to correct found deficiencies.
• Learn FLSA's Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Participate in weekly Toolbox talks.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 0-1 year of previous sprinkler design, mechanical aptitude and installation experience preferred.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office, Word and Excel.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!

We are experts in design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of all types of fire protection systems in virtually all commercial markets for each stage of a buildings life cycle. Headquartered in Duluth, GA, Century Fire has more than 20 offices across seven states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

Benefits

We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident

Century Fire Protection is a GREAT place to work! Come and GROW WITH US!