Helper - Fire

As a result of our phenomenal growth, MSS Solutions, LLC has an opening for a Fire Helper in our Charlotte, NC location. If you are an experienced Fire & Security professional who is looking to grow your career and contribute fresh and innovative ideas to serve our customers, this is an opportunity you should explore!

A career at MSS is not just a job -- it's collaborating with the business's best talent. It's having a part in building a better future. It's making a difference in people's lives.

The success of MSS is a direct reflection of our team's dedication, passion, and hard work. Since 1996, MSS has taken pride in retaining some of the best talents in the industry by promoting a culture of respect, collaboration, and empowerment.

Role and Responsibilities

The essential roles and responsibilities are outlined below:

• Assist with routine inspections, testing, servicing, installation, and preventative maintenance of life safety (fire detection, security, CCTV, & monitoring) product lines.
• Assist with troubleshooting system problems and resolve via physical equipment installation or software changes.
• Possess or ability to obtain knowledge of NFPA, State, and local fire codes and become NICET certified.
• Ability to program systems via laptop using minor to complex equations and thought processes (MSS will provide factory training).
• Knowledge of, or desire to learn computer networking, IP addressing, and connectivity.
• Knowledge of, or desire to learn low voltage electrical, including troubleshooting skills and instruments.
• Knowledge of, or desire to learn fire alarm systems, security systems, access control, and CCTV.
• Follow and maintain a highly structured inspection schedule.
• Ability to input, retrieve and archive inspection documentation programs via the laptop computer.
• Complete assigned tasks on time with little supervision.
• Support emergency service call-out on a rotational basis.
• Maintain customer satisfaction for continual company growth.
• Other such duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Company from time to time.

Qualifications and Requirements

The candidate must have some quantifiable experience in the construction industry and/or schooling that supports, at minimum, a basic understanding of electrical and construction principles and the safety requirements of working in the construction industry.

Preferred Skills

• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must be able to carry and move equipment and tools weighing up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to work on lifts and ladders
• Must possess hand tools
• Must be willing to travel within NC/SC for day trips and work extended hours as needed.
• The successful candidate(s) actively working toward an Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college, military training or technical school. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Key Requirements

• Regular and supervisory probation period required, if applicable.
• Random drug testing is required.
• An appointment for this position will require a background investigation.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Benefit Highlights

At MSS, we value our employees by providing a supportive culture with competitive compensation and a benefits package that continues to evolve based on our business's growth and our employees' needs.

Currently, our benefits include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401k with Employer Contributions
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Health Savings Plan

Additional Notes:

• MSS Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free environment.
• Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Male/Female/Veteran/Disabled

MSS Employees, please visit the MSS Career Center or contact HR to apply.