Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter
The Hiller Companies is a leading provider of fire protection and safety solutions, dedicated to safeguarding lives and property worldwide. With over 100 years in the industry, our mission is to ensure the highest standards of safety and innovation in comprehensive fire protection services, including installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of critical fire and life safety equipment.
About the role
A Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter is responsible for installing, modifying, and repairing fire sprinkler systems. This role involves fitting, fabricating, and installing sprinkler pipes and related components, ensuring all work complies with applicable codes and standards.
Responsibilities
- Install overhead sprinkler piping, standpipe systems, sprinkler system risers, and specialty fire protection systems including wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems.
- Assemble and install various system components including hangers, valves, fittings, backflow prevention, bells, drains, fire pump and stored water supply, and other components of fire sprinkler systems according to design plans.
- Interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the layout and installation requirements of fire sprinkler systems.
- Measure and cut piping materials, such as steel, copper, and CPVC, to specified lengths and dimensions using cutting tools and equipment.
- Collaborate with other construction trades, such as plumbers, electricians, and HVAC technicians, to coordinate installation activities and ensure compatibility with other building systems.
- Test and inspect newly installed fire sprinkler systems to verify proper operation and compliance with design specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Attend scheduled in-house meetings/training and contribute recommendations for improvement.
- Assist in the development and training of fire sprinkler apprentices in proper installation procedures to maintain a high degree of professionalism and safety practices.
- Provide technical consultation and support to company apprentices, technicians, designers, and shop employees.
- Respond to other duties/responsibilities assigned by the Superintendent and Project Foreman.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment, always adhering to safety guidelines, protocols, and procedures.
Pay
Pay Range: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour. The posted salary range reflects the anticipated hiring range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Actual starting pay will be determined based on job-related factors, including qualifications, experience, skills, education, internal equity, geographic location, and market considerations. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonuses, commissions, overtime, or employee benefits.
Sign-On Bonus: MA Licensed fitters will receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus paid in two installments: the first payment after successfully completing 90 days of employment, and the second payment after completing 180 days.
Benefits
Eligible employees may participate in the Company's benefit programs, subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of each plan.