Fire Alarm Apprentice

Company Overview

At Encore Fire Protection, we are proud to be the east coast's largest full-service fire protection company, serving over 90,000 customers from Maine to Florida. With a team of over 2,200 dedicated employees, we provide innovative, customized fire suppression, fire sprinkler, and fire alarm solutions that protect lives and properties every day. Our goal is to deliver superior experience to those who trust us to safeguard what matters most. We are passionate about continuous growth, innovation, and maintaining a culture that thrives on success and commitment to safety. Our mission? To be the best fire protection company the industry has ever seen.

Where You Fit In

As part of Encore's mission to be the best fire protection company the industry has ever seen, we have recently joined forces with Ivanco Inc. based out of Fort Walton Beach, FL . This partnership not only allows us to expand our footprint and find top talent in the area, it also allows us to work with industry leaders who strive for same level of excellence as we do.

This continued success has created a need for a Fire Alarm Apprentice to work out of our Fort Walton Beach, FL location.

Responsibilities

• Working under the direct supervision of a qualified fire alarm technician.
• Laying out, assembling, testing and inspecting, maintaining, and servicing Fire Alarm Systems.
• Being a positive and professional representative of Encore while dealing with customers, directly and indirectly.
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum 1-year experience in electrical field.
• Must be able to take direction from supervisors and then work independently with minimal supervision, follow directions and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to work at heights and lift at least 50lbs.
• Must have valid driver's license and reliable transportation with willingness to travel within the state of Vermont.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen/background check as condition of employment.
  
  

Required

There are certainly technical skills required to do this job well, however, we have identified a more than a few common characteristics in the A-Players on our Apprentice Teams:

• Quality - Exceeding expectations and becoming an industry expert.
• Integrity - doing the right thing when no one is watching.
• Teamwork - this company is a team, we all grow together.
• Growth - hard work does not go unnoticed. We train, develop, and promote from within.
  
  

Candidates should have interest in construction industry and may possess experience reading blueprints and using hand tools.

What We Offer: 

About

At Encore, we’re all about creating a culture where success is celebrated. We recognize that our work makes people’s lives safer, and we reward those who contribute to our growth. Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive Pay: Hourly rate based on experience with a performance-based bonus opportunity.
• Tuition Assistance:Paid tuition for fire protection-related schooling needed to obtain licensing.
• Purpose-Driven Work Environment: We believe in working smarter, not harder. You’ll be part of a culture that values results, and we empower our team to focus on impactful work.
• Swag: High-quality company swag and attire (t-shirts, hoodies, jackets) – at least twice a year.
• Innovative Culture: We encourage a culture of experimentation and improvement. You’ll have the freedom to express your ideas and be part of a company that is always looking to improve and grow.
• Tools for Success: Access to leading-edge web-based productivity tools.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage through Blue Cross to keep you and your family healthy.
• Retirement Planning: Participation in our Fidelity 401(k) plan with a company match, helping you save for your future.
• Life Insurance:Company-paid life insurance policy of $50,000 to give you peace of mind.
  
  

Encore Fire Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify Employer. We consider applicants for employment without regard to gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, race, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.