Sprinkler Construction Apprentice

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview :

At CJ Suppression (CJS), A Fortis Fire & Safety Brand, we provide industry-leading fire protection services across the United States. Our ever-growing footprint can be seen in California, Florida, Texas, and Chicago and we are acquiring new brands all the time.

Our team provides a full spectrum of specialized and certified service professionals to support your company and protect your building with the peace of mind of properly installed and maintained fire and life safety systems.

Here at Fortis and throughout our family of brands, we value our employees and offer competitive benefits which include :

• 2 weeks of paid vacation
• 1 week of paid sick time
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• Other paid time off (jury duty, bereavement)
• Competitive pay
• 401k with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short-term Disability
• Supplemental Long-term Disability and Life Insurance Packages
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance

Job Summary :

We are currently looking for a Sprinkler Construction Apprentice to join our team in California. This full-time position supports foremen and crew members in the installation of fire sprinkler systems across a variety of construction projects, including new builds, tenant improvements, underground piping, and retrofits. Fire sprinkler systems are critical to life safety, so attention to detail and quality workmanship are essential.

As an apprentice, you will assist with pipe fabrication, operate hand and power tools, perform general job site tasks efficiently, and follow all workplace procedures and safety policies. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience and grow within the fire protection trade.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Required Skills & Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Physical Requirements

Compensation :

$22-30 / hour based on experience.

Fortis Fire & Safety Inc. is an EEO Employer. We select people on the basis of skill, training, ability, attitude, and character without discrimination with regard to age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religious persuasion, marital status, political belief, or a disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions.

This position requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and reaching. The position requires climbing ladders and scaffolds, as well as the ability to work in excess of 40 feet above the ground. He / she must be able to navigate the jobsite and must comply with all company safety requirements in the office and on the jobsite. Heavy equipment may be used, and he / she needs to be able to lift weighty objects up to 50 lbs above his / her head.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.   The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.