Building Systems Technology, Inc.

Fire Alarm Technician Trainee

LocationKingsport, TN
Job TypeFull-time, Apprenticeship
Salary$37,440-$52,000

About This Job

Building Systems Technology, Inc. (BST) has offices located throughout East Tennessee, Middle

Tennessee, and Alabama. BST is a regional leader in life safety, security, communication, and

voice/data systems, serving thousands of customers throughout the Southeastern United States. BST

offers an array of fire alarm, integrated security, sound and communications, nurse call, voice/data,

and customized low voltage systems. We offer our industry-leading product solutions, system

designs and services to commercial and industrial building owners, government installations,

schools, universities, hospitals, and anywhere life safety, security, property protection and reliable IT

structured cabling systems are vital.

Fire Alarm Technician Trainee position responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Responding to service calls for troubleshooting and repair of existing equipment

Programming and testing of various low-voltage systems
Rotating on-call (available to dispatch for after-hours service when assigned as the primary


on-call technician)

Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, and operational/product


manuals.

Carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 50 lbs.
Work in unusual and difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, lifts, crawl


spaces and above ceilings

Use a variety of hand and power tools
Establish and maintain excellent relationships with customers and their staff.
Ability to work flexible hours including weekends to meet customer requirements.

Overnight travel may be required. Benefits:

In addition to standard benefits, new employees are eligible for

BST Perks:

$2,000 Employee Referral Program

Relocation Assistance
Apprenticeship opportunities
Boot Reimbursement (1x a year)
Employee Assistance Program
10 Paid Holidays
NICET Test Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement
Uniforms Provided


Qualifications:

Experience installing and servicing Voice and Data, Security, Fire Alarm and CCTV


equipment.

Valid driver’s license with good record
OSHA 10 or higher preferred, not required
Successfully pass drug test
Must pass security background check to obtain alarm license.

Ability to work flexible hours to meet customer requirements. May be required to work overtime and be on call, to respond to emergency situations. Building Systems Technology, Inc. is an EST Strategic Partner. We offer an excellent benefit

program, competitive compensation, and advancement opportunities.


Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship


Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour


Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance


Compensation Package:

Hourly pay
Overtime pay
Profit sharing


Schedule:

10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime


Ability to Commute:

Kingsport, TN 37664 (Required)


Ability to Relocate:

Kingsport, TN 37664: Relocate before starting work (Required)


Work Location: In person

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