Fire Sprinkler Apprentice

Job Summary

The responsibility of a Fire Sprinkler Apprentice is to assist in the laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining piping and piping systems, fixtures, sprinkling, and industrial processing systems. Ideal candidates will be coachable and mechanically inclined.

About the Role

Summit Fire & Security is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customers across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale.

Responsibilities

• Aid and learn under the direction of Sprinkler Technician Journeymen in the following tasks:
• 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 how to calculate material measurements to verify specifications
• Learn proper installation techniques
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

• Education, Training, Certifications: HS Diploma or equivalent, required. Must be able to enroll and obtain current Fire Sprinkler License.
• Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements: Mechanical ability and basic hand tool knowledge, work efficiently with minimal supervision under direction of Sprinkler Technicians, basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, problem solving skills, customer service skills, decision making skills, ability to multitask, ability to meet project schedules, ability to plan and organize, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to train others is required.
• Communication Skills: Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
• Systems and Software Skills: Ability to read electronic blueprints, strongly preferred.
• Other Qualifications: Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required. Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is 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 of time. Employee is required to see in color, close and far distances, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus. Employee will occasionally be required to balance, crouch, drive, kneel, lift up to 75 lbs, sit, stoop, twist, and work at heights.
• Work Environment: Frequent local travel and occasional regional and non-regional travel is required. Employee will frequently be required to work inside and outside in hot/cold temperatures and be exposed to loud noises, cramped quarters, dust, fumes and odors, standing on hard surfaces, and electrical hazards frequently. Employees will occasionally be exposed to chemicals, moving machinery, uneven and slippery surfaces. Employee must consistently wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies.

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

About Us

We are interested in working for the nation's leading fire protection company and beginning a rewarding and satisfying career that helps save the lives of thousands each year. Do you want to be a part of a growing and expanding team of industry experts? If so, exploring career opportunities with Summit Fire & Security may be right for you!

Our Core Values

• PIPE: We are passionate about life safety
• Passion: Do the right thing
• Partnership: Work in partnership with our customers and community
• Operational Excellence: Constantly strive for operational excellence (Do things right)