Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Responsibilities

• Select pipe, mark pipe for cutting and threading, assemble and secure pipes for use, interior and exterior of new and existing building.
• Overhead pipe installation, including steel overhead sprinkler piping, wet, dry, pre-action and deluge, standpipe and hose systems.
• Layout drawings of full-scale piping systems, and cut and bore holes in pipes according to blueprints and specifications.
• Test piping system for leaks and read gauges.
• Attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment.
• Secure pipes to structures with clamps and brackets using hand tools.
• Cut and thread pipe.
• Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipelines.
• Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment, following specifications and using hand and power tools.
• Operate necessary machinery.
• Thread and groove pipe, cut hanger rods, frequently climb ladders, hang pipe, read blueprints, and keep work area clean.
• Perform National Fire Protection Association Inspections.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 3-5 years prior work experience.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints/design drawings.
• High precision/detail-oriented knowledge of fire systems and tools.
• Excellent judgement and analysis skills.
• Organized, systematic and adherent to deadlines.
• Able to carry and move tools and equipment up to 50-70 lbs.

Preferred

• Ability to read blueprints.
• Basic understanding of construction workflow.
• Strong experience with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Familiarity with Adobe Pro DC, Dropbox, and Procore.
• Experience in document control.