Fire Sprinkler Technician Apprentice

Guardian Fire Protection Services•Norfolk, VA

About The Position

Professional Fire Protection, has been an industry leader for fire protection services in the Virginia, and eastern North Carolina area. We are based in Norfolk and Ashland, VA and have an excellent team of employees who are responsible for the design, installation, service, and inspection of fire alarms, sprinkler systems, kitchen fire suppression systems, and fire extinguishers. We have an extensive customer base that we perform recurring inspection and repair services throughout the region. Our company is continually growing through its internal sales and marketing activities, strong reputation, and business acquisitions. About the Opportunity Professional Fire Protection is currently hiring Apprentice for the Fire Sprinkler division. This is a great opportunity to learn a growing and in demand and essential trade. We will train you to become a licensed, certified Fire Sprinkler Technician. We are looking for hard working and hands-on individuals that want to learn a new trade in the fire protection industry. The fire protection industry is in high demand and it can be a long term career that can provide a well paying income with training, certification and years of quality hard work. Compensation This is an Hourly position and the pay rate is contingent experience and background. It will be discussed during the interview process. Potential Quarterly Bonuses All hours worked between 6 pm and 5 am, paid at the time and half rate for every day of the week

Requirements

A current valid driver's license with 3 or less points is required.
Three years of licensed driving experience is required.
Experience using a variety of hand tools such as channel locks and pipe wrenches.
Willing to work varied hours, nights, early morning and weekend shift when needed.
Capable and willing to learn and study about the different fire sprinkler systems in order to pass tests and become certified.
Must be comfortable working on ladders 6 to 12ft and on lifts.
Ability to lift up to 70lbs
Ability to work overhead and in unusual or small spaces such as attics and crawl spaces
Skills to communicate well with customers and explain the work being done and any repairs that are necessary.
Skills to write well and be very detailed in your write up on service work.
Must be well organized and be able to keep track of service tickets and process all required documents for each service performed.