Fire Sprinkler Apprentice

About the role

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 candidate will be coachable and mechanically inclined.

Responsibilities

• Assist and learn under the direction of Sprinkler Technician Journeymen in the following:
• 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: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties. 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

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