Fire Sprinkler Technician Apprentice

Elite Fire Services is an affiliated company of Guardian Fire Protection and a trusted provider of comprehensive fire protection and life safety solutions, proudly serving businesses in the Columbus and Cincinnati regions of Ohio for more than 30 years. With locations in Columbus and Blanchester, Elite Fire delivers end‑to‑end services including inspection, testing, maintenance, repair, and installation of fire alarms, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, fire pumps, emergency and exit lighting, backflow prevention, and commercial kitchen and hood suppression systems. The company is known for its service‑driven culture, clear communication, and 24/7 emergency support. This apprenticeship in the Fire Sprinkler division offers a path to become a licensed, certified Fire Sprinkler Technician through Guardian’s training program — a growing, in‑demand trade with long‑term career potential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the service, repair, inspections, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems.
• Support technicians with inspections, testing, and troubleshooting of wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, and standpipe systems.
• Learn and follow NFPA standards, local codes, and company safety procedures.
• Perform basic pipe fitting, cutting, threading, grooving, and assembly tasks under supervision.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting tools, materials, and equipment to job sites.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment at customer locations and company facilities.
• Complete required training programs and safety certifications.
• Accurately document work performed and assist with service reports.
• Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Follow all OSHA, company, and customer safety requirements.

Requirements

• Current valid driver’s license with 3 or fewer points.
• Three years of licensed driving experience.
• Experience using a variety of hand tools such as channel locks and pipe wrenches.
• Willing to work varied hours, nights, early mornings, and weekend shifts when needed.
• Capable and willing to learn and study different fire sprinkler systems to pass tests and become certified.
• Comfortable working on ladders 6 to 12 ft and on lifts.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to work overhead and in unusual or small spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
• Strong communication skills to explain work being done and necessary repairs to customers.
• Strong writing skills with attention to detail for service reports.
• Well organized; able to track service tickets and process all required documentation for each service performed.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company‑paid short‑term disability
• Company‑paid long‑term disability
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• Pre‑tax accounts for health and dependent care
• Aflac
• Vacation and personal time
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement

Pay

Hourly position; pay rate is contingent on experience and background and will be discussed during the interview process. Potential quarterly bonuses. All hours worked between 6 p.m. and 5 a.m. are paid at time‑and‑a‑half for every day of the week.

Schedule

Varied hours including nights, early mornings, and weekend shifts as needed. Night shift differential applies for hours worked between 6 p.m. and 5 a.m. (time‑and‑a‑half).