Fire Sprinkler Apprentice

Summit Companies•College Station, TX

11d

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: 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. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: 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: The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job qualifications.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent, required.
Must be able to enroll and obtain current Fire Sprinkler License.
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 other is required.
Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
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.