Fire Sprinkler Apprentice

About the role

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Sprinkler Apprentice to assist with the installation of all forms of fire sprinkler systems and components. This is a key position for our growing team and requires someone who is interested in learning the fire sprinkler trade and has a desire to start a career in the exciting and sustainable Fire and Life Safety industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coordination and installation of overhead sprinkler systems, fire pumps, standpipes, and hose systems.
• Attend and participate in weekly job site safety meetings.
• Learn and assist in reading and interpreting blueprints, to help install prefabricated fire sprinkler piping.
• Occasionally communicate with various contractors and trades to ensure projects stay on time and on budget.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Desire to enroll in Sprinkler Fitter apprentice program and grow within the Fire and Life Safety industry.
• Self-starter; able to work independently but also demonstrate the ability to be a team player with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Willing to learn how to read and comprehend blueprints, specifications, and project schedules.
• Willing to learn how to thread and groove pipe.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with a sense of urgency.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and able to obtain OSHA 10 Certification.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Be physically fit to perform the demanding work of the trade, including frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds, maximum occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; able to work from heights and climb ladders; standing and walking for most of the workday.
• Able to travel occasionally overnight, as needed.
• Able to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Skills

• Basic hand tools.
• Reading and understanding blueprints, specifications, and project schedules.
• Thread and groove pipe.
• OSHA safety standards.
• Organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Physical fitness for demanding work.
• Travel and overnight work.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Pay

$22.00 - $39.00 per hour based on experience.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate job requirements.