Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Achieves Great Place To Work Certification Again
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, recognized as the leading fully integrated fire protection and life safety services provider in the U.S., has been awarded the Great Place To Work® certification for the second year running. This prestigious accolade stems entirely from feedback provided by current employees regarding their work experience at the company. An impressive 82% of Pye-Barker's employees responded positively in the recent survey, indicating that they feel it is a great place to work, which is a remarkable 25 points higher than the average U.S. company rating of 57%, according to data from Great Place To Work.
Rebecca True, the Chief Human Resources Officer at Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, emphasized the company's commitment to fostering a positive working environment. She stated, "We work hard every day to make sure our team members feel Pye-Barker is a great place to work. Together, we've built a culture centered on protecting lives, property and businesses while investing in career growth, recognizing strong performance, and empowering our local teams to serve their communities with excellence. This certification reflects that commitment, and it belongs to each of our team members who makes it real every day."
The process of receiving certification involved a thorough survey of Pye-Barker's workforce, evaluating more than 60 aspects of their work experience, including trust in leadership, job pride, and teamwork. Feedback from the survey revealed impressive statistics: 95% of team members reported feeling safe physically, 94% felt they were treated fairly irrespective of race and sexual orientation, 90% believed gender fairness was upheld, and 92% stated they could take necessary time off when needed.
Pye-Barker places a foundational importance on caring for its employees, making deliberate investments to provide both immediate and sustained support and growth opportunities. In 2025, the company introduced the ALL In employee ownership plan, which awards every eligible full-time team member significant benefits at no personal cost. This forward-looking program ties bonuses to the company's overall growth, effectively making Pye-Barker a uniquely employee-owned entity within the fire and life safety industry.
Moreover, Pye-Barker established the Safety Net Fund to assist employees facing unexpected challenges or recovering from natural disasters, proving its commitment extends beyond immediate work conditions. In just one year, over 80 employees received help through this fund during crises such as illness or severe weather.
The company also takes its societal impact seriously. Pye-Barker’s "What Matters" initiative engages in charitable activities that support not only their employees but also local communities and fellow protectors in the industry. The organization has collaborated with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to sponsor events like a Staff Ride in Charleston, South Carolina, and has partnered with NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson on the Helmet of Heroes tribute at the DAYTONA 500, which honors fallen firefighters while raising funds for their families and advancing safety measures in firefighting.
For those interested in joining Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, more information can be found on their careers page at careers.pyebarkerfs.com. As the leading provider of fully integrated life safety systems in the U.S., operating across over 250 locations with a workforce of 8,000, the company not only seeks to maintain its status as a Great Place to Work® but also strives to be a leading voice of care and safety in its industry.
In closing, the Great Place To Work® certification is a testament to the company’s dedication to ensuring that every employee experiences a high level of trust and satisfaction in their workplace. As noted by the global authority on workplace culture, this recognition stands as a standard for organizations committed to fostering an exceptional employee experience in a competitive landscape.