Fire Sprinkler Apprentice

Hiller Companies • Alsip, IL

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About The Position

The Hiller Companies, LLC is hiring a Fire Sprinkler Apprentice to assist senior technicians with the installation and service of fire sprinkler systems while receiving on-the-job training. The role supports inspection, testing, maintenance, and minor repairs of sprinkler systems and their components, and includes preparing equipment and work areas, documenting findings, and following safety procedures and applicable codes. Apprentices learn about wet, dry, preaction, and deluge systems, develop troubleshooting skills, and work toward relevant industry certifications and qualifications as applicable.

The position pays $17.00–$22.00 per hour. Actual starting pay depends on job-related factors, and the range represents base salary only. Eligible employees may participate in company benefit programs subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements. The role may require some weekend and night work as needed and involves work in industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and outdoor settings, potentially including heights and confined spaces.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools commonly used in the industry.
• Strong observational skills to ensure accurate installation according to specifications.
• Ability to follow instructions and guidelines precisely.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members.
• Availability to work some weekends and nights as needed.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of safety regulations and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Willingness to adhere to safety protocols and use protective equipment.
• Ability to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands or arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move heavy objects.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces as needed, using fall protection equipment and other safety devices.
• Capability to use hand and power tools, including specialty tools used for cutting, grinding, drilling, and fastening, which may produce torque, vibration, and noise.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a fire protection or plumbing vocational program.
• Six months of fire sprinkler experience.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, pipefitting, or construction.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians with routine inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems.
• Handle tools, testing equipment, and materials under supervision.
• Assist with inspecting sprinkler heads, valves, piping, gauges, and other system components for proper condition and operation.
• Support testing of waterflow switches, tamper switches, main drains, inspector's test connections, and other system components.
• Assist with routine maintenance and minor repairs, including replacing defective components as directed by senior technicians.
• Collaborate with senior technicians to complete inspection, testing, and maintenance activities efficiently and accurately.
• Follow instructions and procedures provided by supervisors and experienced technicians, and coordinate daily assignments with team members.
• Help identify and document deficiencies discovered during inspections and testing.
• Review inspection reports, service histories, and available system documentation; prepare safe access to sprinkler system components; and gather necessary tools, equipment, parts, and materials.
• Assist with completing inspection reports, documenting test results, and recording deficiencies accurately.
• Follow company safety policies, use appropriate personal protective equipment, and comply with NFPA 25, local fire codes, and regulations.
• Follow supervised procedures for isolating, draining, testing, and restoring fire sprinkler systems; report safety concerns, impairments, and hazardous conditions.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Participate in training and hands-on learning related to sprinkler inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair.
• Develop familiarity with wet, dry, preaction, and deluge systems, inspection and testing procedures, common deficiencies, system impairments, and basic troubleshooting.
• Work toward relevant industry certifications and qualifications as applicable, and seek guidance from senior technicians to improve technical knowledge and field capabilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with pay advancement opportunities for industry certifications and continuing education.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Company-paid and voluntary life insurance.
• Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Company-provided training, tools, and equipment.
• $150 annual boot allowance for employees required to wear safety boots in their jobs.
• Career advancement potential within a growing company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED