Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Summit Companies•Spokane, WA

About The Position

The Fire Sprinkler Fitter installs, repairs, and inspects fire sprinkler systems in newly constructed structures and renovations, with minimal supervision. The role involves installing sprinkler heads, valves, and steel and CPVC pipe according to blueprints and construction documents. The fitter also supports apprentice training, reports progress and job-related problems to the field foreman, and follows company safety policies and procedures. The position requires frequent local travel and occasional regional and non-regional travel. Work takes place indoors and outdoors, including in hot or cold temperatures, and may involve loud noises, cramped spaces, dust, fumes, odors, hard surfaces, and electrical hazards. The employee must wear required personal protective equipment. The employer is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer and may modify or assign duties as necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
3–5 years of experience installing pipe systems and valves.
Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, problem-solving, customer service, decision-making, multitasking, project-schedule, planning and organizing, troubleshooting, and training skills.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with employees and customers.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to comply with the company’s Drug and Alcohol policy and background screening requirements, which may include customer-specific requirements.
Ability to frequently bend, use step stools, ladders, and stairs, kneel, lift more than 50 pounds, reach above and below the shoulders, and stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to see color, near and far distances, peripheral vision, depth, and adjust focus.
Ability to occasionally balance, crouch, drive, sit, stoop, twist, and work at heights.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment consistently.

Nice To Haves

Construction experience.
Ability to read electronic blueprints.
NICET Level II and ITT certifications are requested in the job description introduction.

Responsibilities

Cut, fabricate, and install steel and CPVC pipe for fire sprinkler systems as designed.
Install and hang pipe, sprinkler heads, fittings, valves, hangers, and other fire protection components in accordance with blueprints and construction documents.
Install and trim valves for wet, dry, and pre-action fire protection systems.
Read and interpret blueprints and construction documents to ensure systems are built as designed.
Keep work areas clean, safe, and orderly while working and at the end of the workday.
Clean, inspect, and service tools in accordance with company policies.
Secure and account for tools, equipment, and supplies on the job site and before the end of the workday.
Report daily progress and job-related problems to the field foreman.
Assist in training sprinkler apprentices.
Follow the company safety program, SDS book, hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures.
Participate in weekly Toolbox talks and know the location of related safety documentation on each project.
Perform other duties as assigned.