Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Sciens Building Solutions • Doral, FL

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About The Position

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Fitter to install fire sprinkler systems and components. This role requires careful work on NFPA-based systems and effective communication and problem-solving with the Designer, Project Manager, General Contractor, and other onsite trades. The fitter works on new installations, retrofits, and tenant improvement projects, supports job scheduling and progress, and helps ensure work is efficient, cost-effective, code-compliant, and high quality. The role also includes providing guidance to field installers and helpers and following industry procedures and Sciens safety programs and policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in the Fire and Life Safety industry.
• Enrolled in and actively progressing through a Sprinkler Apprentice Program.
• Working knowledge of wet, dry, and pre-action systems, backflows, and fire pumps.
• Strong understanding of sprinkler system components and how they work.
• Intermediate understanding of NFPA 13 code requirements.
• Ability to read and install from fire system design drawings and documentation, including system zoning.
• Ability to use trade-appropriate tools efficiently and safely for pipe-fitting duties.
• Ability to train others to use trade-appropriate tools efficiently and safely.
• Actively pursuing state-required certifications.
• Ability to obtain job- or site-specific equipment certifications and product-specific certifications as determined by the business.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to work independently with some supervision.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and ability to obtain OSHA 10 Certification.
• Good organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform demanding trade work, including frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds, occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds, working at heights, climbing ladders, and standing and walking for most of the workday.
• Ability to travel occasionally overnight as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience installing underground piping.
• Certification in backflow inspection and repair.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints to install prefabricated fire sprinkler piping.
• Install fire sprinkler systems for new, retrofit, and tenant improvement projects.
• Cut, thread, and groove pipe to specifications using appropriate tools.
• Coordinate with onsite contractors and trades to resolve field coordination conflicts.
• Assist with job scheduling and progress while emphasizing efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality.
• Modify designs as needed in accordance with code requirements.
• Provide support, guidance, and expertise to field installers and helpers.
• Follow industry-standard procedures and Sciens safety programs and policies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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