Fire Sprinkler Apprentice
About the role
The Fire Sprinkler Apprentice assists in laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining piping and piping systems, fixtures, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems. This role is ideal for a coachable, mechanically inclined individual.
Responsibilities
- Assist and learn under the direction of Sprinkler Technician Journeymen.
- Install pipe systems and valves.
- Cut, thread, assemble, and bond pipes and tubes according to specifications.
- Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, and fittings.
- Remove and replace worn components.
- Learn to follow blueprints to meet product specifications.
- Learn to calculate material measurements to verify specifications.
- Learn proper installation techniques.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
- Must be able to enroll and obtain a current Fire Sprinkler License.
- Mechanical ability and basic hand tool knowledge.
- Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision under the direction of Sprinkler Technicians.
- Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, customer service skills, decision-making skills, and ability to multitask.
- Ability to meet project schedules, plan and organize, troubleshoot, and train others.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Must comply with the company’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, including customer-specific requirements based on contractual agreements.
Skills
- Ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in English with employees and customers.
- Ability to read electronic blueprints, strongly preferred.
Physical & Work Environment
- Frequently required to bend, ascend and descend step stools, ladders, and stairs, kneel, lift up to 75 lbs, reach above and below shoulders, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- Required to see in color, close and far distances, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus.
- Occasionally required to balance, crouch, drive, kneel, lift up to 75 lbs, sit, stoop, twist, and work at heights.
- Frequent local travel and occasional regional and non-regional travel.
- Frequently work inside and outside in hot/cold temperatures, exposed to loud noises, cramped quarters, dust, fumes, odors, standing on hard surfaces, and electrical hazards.
- Occasionally exposed to chemicals, moving machinery, and uneven or slippery surfaces.
- Must consistently wear all appropriate personal protective equipment as required by company safety policies.
About Us
Summit Fire & Security, a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with capabilities including design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customers across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale.
Summit Fire & Security supports trade skills and workforce development by hosting Recognized Apprenticeships and on-the-job training (OJT) programs for new career-seekers. We offer continued development, training, and education, encouraging NICET and other career-advancing certifications, with reimbursement for certain programs and potential bonuses for specific certifications.
Our core values are represented by the acronym PIPE:
- We are Passionate about life safety.
- We have Integrity (Do the right thing).
- We work in Partnership with our customers and community.
- We constantly strive for Operational Excellence (Do things right).
Benefits
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid
- Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
- Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity
- Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Extensive training opportunities and career advancement
- Competitive pay and bonus opportunities