Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Fire Sprinkler Fitter – Alabaster, AL

Fire Protection, Inc., (a Fire Safety and Protection, LLC company) is seeking to fill an open role for an experienced Fire Sprinkler Fitter/Foreman who has worked on industrial and commercial projects.  Total Fire Protection, Inc. has been in business over 23 years. We are planning on growing and expanding our services and we’re looking for a Fitter Foreman who has the experience, knowledge, and motivation to grow with us.

Job Requirements

The basic function of the Fire Sprinkler Fitter is responsibility for installing, modifying and inspecting Fire Sprinkler systems.  As a Fire Sprinkler Fitter your daily responsibilities include cutting, threading, assembling, and bonding all pipes and tubes to ensure they pass every fire inspection. You must know how to safely operate a variety of tools, including cutting torches, drills, saws, and wrenches, as well as be willing to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Our ideal candidate will be customer focused with an excellent safety record, be efficient with Fire Sprinkler tools and equipment and possess the skills needed to install sprinkler pipe and sprinkler heads.

Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the Fire Sprinkler Fitter include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate with the Superintendent/Foreman on the most efficient means of production possible for assigned and special projects.
• Help determine material needs, as well as the tools and equipment needed to complete the job.
• Assure quality and safety controls/practices that result in a safe work environment and projects that are superior in the quality of installation with zero time loss due to accidents.
• Responsible for the care and use of all company issued vehicles, equipment and tools protecting the property from deterioration, damage, theft and see that the property is kept clean and properly maintained.
• Assure weekly timesheets are submitted to the Payroll Department on dates and times requested.
• Attend scheduled in-house meetings/training and contribute recommendations for improvement.
• Assist in the development and training of field personnel in good installation procedures in order to create and maintain a high degree of professionalism and safety practices.
• Provide technical consultation and support to company apprentices, technicians, designers and shop employees.
• Respond to other duties/responsibilities that are assigned by the Labor Supervisor and/or Project Foreperson from time-to-time.
• Submit written job progress reports on all assigned projects as requested and/or submit daily work orders
• Other duties as assigned by management

Requirements

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION

• Required: Three or more years of experience installing sprinkler systems
• Preferred: Four years’ experience installing sprinkler/fire protection systems.
• Successful completion of an accredited industry program or training and working toward a NICET certification.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to transport equipment and tools weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, with ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 30 feet.
• Ability to manage large inspections efficiently.
• Demonstrates an aptitude for troubleshooting systems and performing necessary repairs.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of customer service.
• Must possess a valid, clean Driver's license in good standing and be at least 21 years of age in order to operate company vehicles.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company provided long term disability and basic life insurance
• Supplemental insurance offerings
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• 401k savings plan available

·       Paid weekly!