Fire Sprinkler Technician Apprentice

About the Company

Professional Fire Protection is an affiliated company of Guardian Fire Protection and a trusted provider of fire protection and life safety solutions, proudly serving businesses throughout the Richmond and Norfolk regions of Virginia and Eastern North Carolina since 2003. Headquartered in Norfolk, with additional locations in Ashland and Chester, Professional Fire delivers comprehensive, end-to-end services including system design, installation, inspection, testing, monitoring, and repair. Our expertise spans fire sprinkler systems, fire alarms, special hazards and kitchen fire suppression, fire pumps, range hood and paint booth suppression, and integrated fire and security monitoring. Known for quality workmanship, responsive service, and a strong safety-first culture, Professional Fire is driven by a team of skilled professionals committed to protecting people, property, and communities.

About the Role

Professional Fire Protection is currently hiring an Apprentice for the Fire Sprinkler division. This is a great opportunity to learn a growing, in-demand, and essential trade. We will train you to become a licensed, certified Fire Sprinkler Technician. We are looking for hardworking and hands-on individuals who want to learn a new trade in the fire protection industry. The fire protection industry is in high demand and can provide a long-term career with a well-paying income through training, certification, and years of quality hard work.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• A current valid driver's license with 3 or fewer points is required.
• Three years of licensed driving experience is required.
• 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 about different fire sprinkler systems in order to pass tests and become certified.
• Must be comfortable working on ladders 6 to 12ft and on lifts.
• Ability to lift up to 70lbs.
• Ability to work overhead and in unusual or small spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
• Skills to communicate well with customers and explain the work being done and any repairs that are necessary.
• Skills to write well and be very detailed in service work write-ups.
• Must be well-organized and able to keep track of service tickets and process all required documents for each service performed.

Pay

This is an hourly position. The pay rate is contingent on experience and background and will be discussed during the interview process. Potential quarterly bonuses are available. All hours worked between 6 pm and 5 am are paid at time-and-a-half for every day of the week.

Benefits

• 401K with a 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