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

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Frequent local travel and occasional regional and non-regional travel is required
• Frequent exposure to hot/cold temperatures, loud noises, dust, fumes and odors, standing on hard surfaces, and electrical hazards
• Occasional exposure 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 proud of our well-deserved reputation for quality work that's completed by our talented and experienced installation workforce. Summit Fire & Security is a dynamic organization with endless growth opportunities spanning over 70 locations in more than 20 states. Our company is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. Summit Fire & Security supports trade skills and workforce development by hosting Recognized Apprenticeships and on-the-job training (OJT) programs for new career-seekers. Many members of our leadership chair NFPA code compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical education in local schools. Summit Fire & Security supports employees in their professional development by offering continued development, training, and education by encouraging NICET and other career-advancing certifications. We offer reimbursement for certain career development programs in addition to potential bonuses for specific certifications. We continually strive to be the Employer of Choice for highly motivated team members who want to succeed in a high-growth environment. We encourage initiative, independence, diversity, and personal career growth. Demonstrating the combination of experience, knowledge, and customer service is the key to our performance and helps us achieve our goal of providing the highest quality fire protection services possible to protect lives and property.

Our Core Values

• 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)