Fire Sprinkler Fitter/technician

Job Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Fire Sprinkler Fitter/Technician and become a vital part of ensuring safety and protection across commercial, industrial, and residential construction projects. In this energetic role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing fire sprinkler systems in accordance with industry standards and safety regulations. Your expertise will help safeguard lives and property while working on diverse construction sites. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in pipefitting, welding, and system installation within a fast-paced environment that values precision and safety.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction plans, schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings to accurately install fire sprinkler systems.
• Measure, cut, thread, and assemble piping using hand tools, power tools, pipe threading machines, and fabrication equipment.
• Perform welding operations including MIG, FCAW (Flux-Cored Arc Welding), Stick welding, TIG welding, and pipe welding to secure piping systems according to ASME codes & standards and NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standards.
• Install sprinkler piping systems utilizing pipe fitting techniques such as soldering, tube bending, rigging, and assembly to ensure proper flow and coverage.
• Follow safety regulations diligently by adhering to OSHA standards, NFPA guidelines, and site-specific safety protocols during all phases of installation and maintenance.
• Conduct routine inspections, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems to ensure optimal operation.
• Use technical tools like calipers, power tools, schematics interpretation devices, and construction plans to execute precise installations on construction sites or manufacturing facilities.
• Collaborate with project managers and other trades to coordinate installation schedules while maintaining a safe work environment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed including logs for inspections, repairs, modifications, and compliance reports.

Experience

• Proven experience in pipefitting or plumbing within construction or manufacturing environments with a focus on sprinkler systems or fire protection systems.
• Skilled in MIG welding, FCAW, Stick welding, TIG welding, pipe welding, soldering, and tube bending with a solid understanding of welding safety practices.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and construction plans confidently.
• Mechanical knowledge of HVAC systems or pipeline installation is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with NFPA standards related to fire sprinkler systems along with ASME codes & standards for piping fabrication is highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience with rigging techniques on construction sites or manufacturing facilities is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations including OSHA requirements and power tool safety protocols.
• Basic math skills for measurements and calculations related to pipe fitting and system layout are essential.

Embark on a career that combines technical expertise with the critical mission of protecting lives through fire safety! We are committed to fostering a safe work environment while supporting your professional growth in fire sprinkler fitting and system maintenance. If you’re passionate about precision work in a fast-moving setting that values safety first — this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Pay: $26.00 - $38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 per week

Work Location: On the road