Dry Fire Apprentice
Core
Install, test, and maintain fire detection and alarm systems including smoke detectors, fire alarm panels, and occupant warning systems.
Role type
Dry fire apprentice (fire protection technician)
Builds
Fire detection and alarm systems for buildings
Domain
Fire protection / Safety systems
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cabling installation, conduit installation, detector installation, alarm equipment installation, reading technical drawings, equipment set-out, system testing, commissioning, fault finding, tool usage, job record completion
Preferred skills
Interest in technology, problem solving, teamwork
Technologies
Fire alarm panels, smoke detectors, occupant warning systems
Responsibilities
Install cabling, conduit, detectors and alarm equipment; Read drawings and help set out equipment on site; Assist with system testing, commissioning and fault finding; Use tools safely and complete job records
Seniority
Apprentice, entry-level