Underground Fire Sprinkler Apprentice - Ft Myers, FL
About The Position
Wayne Automatic Fire Sprinklers, Inc. is seeking an Underground Fire Sprinkler Apprentice for their Ft. Myers branch to work in the surrounding areas. This role involves assisting with the installation, repair, testing, and maintenance of underground fire protection piping systems. Under the guidance of an Underground Foreman, the apprentice will learn crucial skills such as excavation safety, underground pipe installation, thrust blocking, restraint systems, hydrants, post indicator valves (PIVs), fire department connections (FDCs), flushing, hydrostatic testing, and site restoration. The work must be performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with NFPA standards, local codes, and WAFS procedures.
Requirements
- Construction experience is preferred but not required.
- Basic knowledge of hand tools
- Ability to wear required protective equipment and adhere to safety guidelines on job sites.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, background check, and 10-year employment verification is required.
Responsibilities
- Follow procedures and direction from the Underground foreman for the installation of underground work and related fire protection components, working to complete projects on schedule, within budget, and to required standards.
- Follows the direction of the Underground foreman for the layout, assembly, and installation of underground fire mains, ductile iron and C900 piping, fittings, valves, hydrants, post indicator valves (PIVs), fire department connections (FDCs), thrust restraints, and related underground fire protection components.
- Gain knowledge of underground system operations and interpreting blueprints and installation instructions.
- Learn to read civil, utility, and fire protection plans and locate underground utilities before excavation.
- Perform maintenance and replacement work on system components, such as valves, gauges, tamper switches, etc.
- Proactively notify the foreman of any issues, concerns, or changes on the job site.
- Comply with all work and safety rules and proper safety protocols on the job site.
- Loads the trucks with all necessary materials, tools, and equipment.
- Responsible for the care, maintenance, and safekeeping of assigned tools and equipment.
- Assist with excavation, trench preparation, pipe laying, backfilling, compaction, and restoration of work areas.
- Assist with flushing, hydrostatic testing, inspections, and final acceptance of underground fire protection systems.
- Learn safe trenching and excavation practices, including working around existing underground utilities and following all OSHA trench safety requirements.
- Wear a clean company uniform at all times.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Underground foreman or superintendent/manager.
Benefits
- Weekly Pay
- Performance Bonuses (PIPs)
- Excellent Benefits
- Company Culture that we are proud of
- 401(k) plan with company match based on profits
- Excellent medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance plans
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- General Motors Vehicle Discount Program
- Home fire sprinkler system discounts
- Excellent training including Wayne Academy
- State-of-the-art technology and tools
- Offsite Company Team Building & Celebration Events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
