For centuries, fire and life safety has been a critically important industry - and that’s not poised to change any time soon.
While technology around fire detection, protection and response continues to evolve, so does this industry. It’s essential to have a dedicated workforce of skilled technicians ready to address these changes and keep businesses in compliance and as protected as possible.
What are the key aspects of a career in this field? Our blog below hits the highlights.
Protecting Lives and Property
Above all else, a career in fire and life safety is about protecting lives and property. It’s an essential job within the skilled trades - and one that quite literally saves lives, every day.
Most people may not think about smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, or sprinkler systems on a daily basis, if ever. That’s why fire and life safety technicians are so important. They think about these threats so that the clients don’t have to, and are still protected at all times.
Keeping Up with Evolving Threats
Technology is ever-evolving, and technology within fire and life safety is no exception. It’s crucial to have fire and life safety technicians who are well versed in these changes, so that they can recommend best practices to clients when talking about different fire and life safety plans.
And, the technology isn’t the only thing that’s evolving - so are the threats. As climate change and other concerns spur wildfires, dry conditions, and high winds, fire threats increase in different parts of the country. Cyber threats are also a concern of the present-day, and this can impact any systems relying on Wi-Fi or electricity. Business owners may not know where to start when it comes to protection against these threats, but fire and life safety technicians are there to help. They guide clients to the best options for their unique needs, protecting people all over the world in the process.
An Alternative Route to a Rewarding Career
Another trend that’s changing over time is the career routes people choose after high school. While college used to be an expectation for many, today more and more high school graduates are looking to head straight into the workforce. In many cases, that means a job in the skilled trades.
Fire and life safety provides a well-paid career option for recent graduates, along with a stable future and great job security due to the fact its an essential service. At CertaSite, we pay for our technicians to get the training they need - even if they are starting with zero experience in the industry. There’s also opportunity for job growth within the company, with chances to level up every 6 to 12 months on average and to eventually become a manager if that’s of interest. With all of that in mind, fire and life safety careers provide a great choice for high school graduates seeking an alternative way to create a rewarding career.
As we enter 2025, jobs in fire and life safety are more essential than ever - and you could be a part of it! We’d love to have you join our team. You can get started by reaching out to a recruiter at CertaSite today.
