Fire Sprinkler Apprentice

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The Sprinkler Division Apprentice will perform tasks at various job sites and develop the skills necessary to install test repair and maintain fire sprinkler systems under supervision. The Sprinkler Division Apprentice will be expected use a variety hand and power tools and will become familiar with trade specific materials related to the projects they are working.

Salary Range : $20 / hr-$25 / hr(Depending on Experience)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

Picking and sorting of pipe fittings and hardware associated with the building construction trades.

Sorting and staging fire sprinkler pipe and materials.

Cleaning and prepping sprinkler pipe for installation.

Hauling pipe fittings and hardware from staging areas to installation location.

Responsible for loading and / or unloading trucks manually or with motorized lifts. The Sprinkler Division Apprentice will not be allowed to operate lifts until properly trained.

Measuring cutting and grooving sprinkler pipe to specifications.

Cutting and drilling penetrations through walls and floors for pipe installation.

Inspecting tools cords and ladder / lifts as needed and per Foremans direction.

Assisting with inventory of construction materials on job sights and office / shop areas.

Maintaining a clean job site that includes tasks like sweeping picking up loose materials cleaning and organizing the work area removing shavings from oiler replacing threading machine cardboard / plywood wiping down oil spray or other tasks as needed or directed.

Reading blueprints.

Driving company vehicles (½ and ¾ ton pickups).

Climbing ladders to assist with installation of sprinkler pipe.

Compliance with any stipulations set by the General contractor enabling onsite installation

Studying and testing to meet the Apprenticeship Program requirements and time sensitive benchmarks.

Apprentices may be asked to install larger or specific portions of the sprinkler project under the supervision of a Project Foreman.

This position could require overnight travel with the possibility of extended stays out of the local area.

Other duties as assigned by management.

Education / Qualifications :

High school diploma or GED.

Have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation.

Ability to travel and have a flexible work schedule.

Team oriented focus.

Other Duties :

Adheres to the Code of Conduct Confidentiality Agreement and Company Safety Policy.

Performs other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements :

Ability to lift minimum of 50 lbs.

Ability to work at excessive heights.

Ability to walk and maneuver self around construction job sites and climb ladders.

Ability to lift push and pull heavy pipe daily (10-40 lbs frequently and 50-75 lbs occasionally).

Bending and squatting frequently and for long periods of time.

Reaching and performing work above shoulder level frequently and for long periods of time.

Ability to withstand occasional exposure to hot cold and / or inclement weather on job sites.

Ability to wear PPE such as steel toe shoes ear plugs safety glass safety harnesses and hard hats occasionally on job sites.

Benefits and Perks : Excellent pay

Medical dental vision

Company paid life insurance

Company paid short-term disability

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and company holidays

Training and Career Development

Company vehicle (if job applicable)

Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Key Skills

Hardware & Networking,Food & Beverage,Field,Inventory Management,Back Office

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1