Fire Sprinkler Technician Trainee

Eagle Fire Inc.•Salem, VA

48d

About The Position

The Sprinkler Technician Trainee assists the NICET II certified Sprinkler Technician in the layout, fabrication, installation, repair, and maintenance of fixed fire protection systems. Expected to learn the trade through the Eagle Fire Apprenticeship Program with the ultimate goal of becoming a Sprinkler Technician, who is NICET II certified.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; some post high school education or training preferred
Experience in the fire protection industry preferred
Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed
Able to lift and move objects weighing up to 100 pounds, work from heights above 10 feet, and work in confined areas
Able to stand for long periods of time and to lift, crouch, reach, handle, push, and pull
Able to work in extremely cold and extremely hot temperatures
Able to work while exposed to loud sounds and noise levels

Nice To Haves

Experience in the fire protection industry preferred
some post high school education or training preferred

Responsibilities

Trains with Technician to complete the layout, fabrication, installation, repair, and maintenance of fixed fire protection systems
Completes all services following manufacturer instructions, related codes/standards, and Company policies and procedures
Learns from Technician how to interpret blueprints and/or working drawings in order to properly install, repair, and maintain systems
Cuts, threads, and bends pipe using proper tools and machines and joins and secures pipe using proper standards and techniques, after receiving hands-on training with certified technician
Completes continuing education necessary to maintain current certifications and/or licenses as required for the position
Adheres to ALL Company Standards and Procedures, including the Controlled Substances and Alcohol Standard