Sprinkler Helper

Sciens Building Solutions • Miami, FL

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About The Position

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Sprinkler Helper to learn and assist with the installation and service of fire sprinkler systems. This key role supports the company’s growing team and is suited to someone interested in learning the fire sprinkler trade and beginning a career in the fire and life safety industry.

The Sprinkler Helper assists Sprinkler Service Technicians with fire sprinkler system installation and service, participates in job-site safety meetings, and learns to interpret blueprints and install prefabricated fire sprinkler piping. The role may involve communicating with contractors and other trades to help keep projects on schedule and within budget. The position requires compliance with industry procedures and Sciens safety programs and policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Desire to enroll in a Sprinkler Fitter apprentice program and grow within the fire and life safety industry.
• Self-starter able to work independently and as a team player, with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Willingness to learn to read and comprehend blueprints, specifications, and project schedules.
• Willingness to learn how to thread and groove pipe.
• Willingness to travel to local job sites.
• Physical ability to perform demanding trade work, including frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds; working at heights; climbing ladders; and standing and walking for most of the workday.
• Ability to obtain OSHA 10 certification.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with a sense of urgency.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Sprinkler Service Technicians with coordinating and installing overhead sprinkler systems, fire pumps, standpipes, and hose systems.
• Attend and participate in weekly job-site safety meetings.
• Learn to read and interpret blueprints and help install prefabricated fire sprinkler piping.
• Occasionally communicate with contractors and other trades to help keep projects on time and on budget.
• Comply with 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.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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