Fire Sprinkler Apprentice

3 weeks ago


Sarasota, United States Piper Fire Protection, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

At Piper Fire Protection, Inc, 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
  • Career Advancement Opportunities

Currently, we have openings for Fire Sprinkler Apprentice. The primary responsibilities include assisting with performing installations / modifications of Wet, Dry, Pre-Action and Deluge Sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA standards and codes.

All employees hired to be fire sprinkler apprentices will be required to participate in the Fire Sprinkler Apprentice Program. The apprentice program will require attendance at ABC apprentice school during the school year, for 2 night per week for up to 3 hours per night.

The apprentice will attend school on their own time, however the majority of the schooling expenses will be paid by Piper Fire. Continued employment and enrollment will be contingent upon the employee maintaining attendance and grade minimums. Additionally, there will be wage increases given at regular intervals throughout the program.

Additional details will be provided during the interview process.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Acquire developing knowledge of Fire Sprinklers, Fire Pumps, Backflows and Standpipes
  • Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions; Provide accurate and clear documentation of performed work
  • Demonstrate good customer service skills and professional communication with customers
  • Basic knowledge in the operation of hand and power tools common to the trade
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area and must adhere to company safety policies and procedures
  • Must have valid Driver License and good DMV record


Qualifications

  • Hard Worker
  • Driver's License

Only applicants that possess the minimum qualifications will be considered. Applicants must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.


Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday


Compensation: $16-$20/hr to start. Raises will be given bi annually during the apprentice program.


Physical Requirements

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.

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.

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



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