Fire Sprinkler Apprentice
About The Position
The Fire Sprinkler Apprentice assists with laying out, fabricating, assembling, installing, and maintaining piping and piping systems, fixtures, sprinklers, and industrial processing systems. The apprentice learns under the direction of Sprinkler Technician Journeymen and is expected to be coachable and mechanically inclined. The role includes learning blueprint interpretation, material measurement, and proper installation techniques. Summit Fire & Security provides fire detection, suppression, and security services, including design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. The company supports trade skills and workforce development through recognized apprenticeships and on-the-job training, and encourages professional growth through training, education, and career-advancing certifications. This position involves frequent local travel and occasional regional and non-regional travel, as well as work indoors and outdoors in varied conditions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be able to enroll in and obtain a current Fire Sprinkler License.
- Mechanical ability and basic hand-tool knowledge.
- Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision under the 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, planning and organizational ability, troubleshooting skills, and ability to train others.
- Ability to effectively read, write, and communicate in English with employees and customers.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Must comply with the company's Drug and Alcohol policy and background-screening requirements, which may include customer-specific requirements.
- Ability to perform the described physical duties, including frequent bending, climbing step stools, ladders and stairs, kneeling, lifting under 75 pounds, reaching, standing, and walking for extended periods; seeing color and at near and far distances, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus; and occasional balancing, crouching, driving, sitting, stooping, twisting, and working at heights.
- Must consistently wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by company safety policies.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to read electronic blueprints is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist and learn under Sprinkler Technician Journeymen to 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 to calculate material measurements to verify specifications.
- Learn proper installation techniques.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employer-paid long-term disability
- Employer-paid short-term disability
- Voluntary ancillary benefits, including accident and hospital indemnity
- Life insurance for team members and dependents
- Employee assistance program
- Employee referral program
- Training opportunities and career advancement
- Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
- Reimbursement for certain career-development programs
- Potential bonuses for specific certifications
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
