Apprentice Sprinkler System Fitter

Government of Canada; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government entity in Canada is seeking individuals for installation and maintenance of fire protection systems. Responsibilities include connecting piping systems, servicing sprinkler equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and strong communication skills. The position requires physical capability and attention to detail, with a fast-paced work environment. Opportunities for bonuses and health benefits are available.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Life insurance

Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience an asset.
• Driver's License required.
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Install sprinkler heads and mount prepared pipe in supports.
• Connect piping systems to water mains, tanks, pumps, and control equipment.
• Service and repair sprinkler system.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• At heights
• Wet/damp
• Noisy

Work setting

• Various locations
• Commercial
• Industrial
• Residential

Responsibilities Tasks

• Install sprinkler heads and mount prepared pipe in supports
• Connect piping systems to water mains, supply tanks, pumps, compressors and control equipment
• Install clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping system and sprinkler and fire protection equipment, using hand and power tools
• Installs valves, alarms and associated equipment
• Service and repair sprinkler system
• Test system for leaks using air or liquid pressure equipment
• Cut openings for pipe in walls, floors and ceilings using hand or power tools or machines
• Install supports, valves, piping and control systems
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
• Remove and replace worn components and reactivate system
• Test system for leaks using testing equipment
• Weld, braze, cement, solder and thread joints to join pipes and fabricate sections of piping system
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Fall Arrest Protection Training Course

Additional information Security and safety

• Bondable
• Basic security clearance
• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation
• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Team player
• Reliability

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Life insurance