Alarm Apprentice

Wayne Automatic Fire Sprinklers Inc. is a family business whose success is driven by our amazing Team Members who save lives daily!

We’re an open-book company that offers Weekly Pay, Performance Bonuses (PIPs), Excellent Benefits, and a Company Culture that we are proud of!

Join the WAFS family TODAY!

Who are we?

Wayne Automatic Fire Sprinklers, Inc. has been in business for over 48 years and currently has 7 branches across Florida and North Carolina. We’re a family business at our core and are proud to be a part of a life-saving industry. Here at WAFS, we offer a company culture that promotes continuous growth in your career and treats our team members like family. We are an open-book company and share our financials with all team members. We are proud to be an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which means every eligible team member is also an employee-owner, sharing in the growth and long-term success of Wayne Automatic.  Learn more about our company and history at www.waynefire.com or visit our company's Facebook page at Wayne Automatic Fire Sprinklers Inc.  

Fire Alarm Apprentice

Wayne Automatic Fire Sprinklers is looking for a Fire Alarm Apprentice in our Tampa branch to work in the surrounding areas. The Fire Alarm Apprentice is responsible for providing assistance to Alarm Technicians on a daily basis. He/she ensures that proper work is conducted in a timely and accurate manner, assists with alarm work, and follows all codes and WAFS standards. This is a fast paced position requiring the ability to climb ladders frequently, use industry tools, work overhead frequently, lift up to 60 pounds, reach into the air, push, pull, bend, climb, and walk regularly. The Alarm Apprentice reports to the Service & Alarms Superintendent/Manager and works under the guidance of the Alarm Technician on jobsites.  

Day to Day:

• Ability to work closely with the Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and install fire alarm systems accurately, on schedule, and within budget. 
• Attend monthly safety meetings at the local branch.
• Working outside on job sites for long hours in all seasons, including summer months.
• Physical requirements include standing, sitting, bending, lifting, and climbing. Lifting will include up to 70 pounds.

What are the Qualifications for this position?

• Electrical Experience Required 
• Construction experience is preferred
• Basic knowledge of hand tools
• Travel within the local community is required
• Must possess the ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Must be able to wear proper protective equipment as required on all job sites
• Working outside on job sites for long hours in all seasons, including summer months
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and pre-employment background check screening, including 10 years of employment verification, is required to be hired at Wayne Automatic

Why should I join Wayne Automatic?

• We provide a highly competitive compensation package, including performance incentive pay (PIPs) based on the work you perform and the branch/department you work in
• We are an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, which means every eligible team member is also an employee-owner, sharing in the growth and long-term success of Wayne Automatic
• Weekly Pay 
• 401(k) plan with company match based on profits 
• Excellent medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance plans 
• Paid time off and holidays 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Many Administrative positions offer flexible work schedules and/or hybrid opportunities 
• General Motors Vehicle Discount Program for all WAFS employees 
• Home fire sprinkler system discounts 
• Ability to move up in the company (we promote from within!)  
• Excellent training including Wayne Academy  
• State-of-the-art technology and tools 
• Offsite Company Team Building & Celebration Events  
• A company culture that promotes continuous growth in your career!  

We provide equal opportunities to all candidates and are an EEO/VETs/Disability/DFWP employer.