Sprinkler Fitter

Sciens Building Solutions; Lorton (VA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Professional career development opportunities

Job summary

A facilities services company in Cockermouth is looking for an experienced Sprinkler Fitter to manage the installation of fire sprinkler systems. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience, proficiency with NFPA codes, and will be responsible for coordinating with various trades on site. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, benefits including paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Two to five years of experience in field installation.
• Proficient in NFPA 13, 20 & 24 code requirements.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints for installation.
• Cut, thread, and groove pipe to specifications.
• Work with various contractors to resolve conflicts.

Skills

Experience in fire sprinkler systems installation

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Knowledge of OSHA safety standards

Education

NICET level II

Certified in backflow inspection and repair

Tools

Pipe threaders

Saws

Job description

Overview

Sprinkler Fitter role at Sciens Building Solutions.

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Fitter to provide installation services of all forms of fire sprinkler systems and components. This is a key position for our growing team and requires attention to detail in all aspects of NFPA-based fire sprinkler systems. The ability to problem-solve and communicate effectively with the Designer, Project Manager, and General Contractor is an integral part of this position.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, in order to install prefabricated fire sprinkler piping.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Installation of new, retrofits, and tenant improvement type projects.
• Cut, thread, and groove pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws and pipe threaders.
• Work and coordinate with various contractors and trades to resolve coordination conflicts in the field.
• Ability to manage job scheduling and job progress in an efficient and cost-effective manner, with a strong focus on quality.
• Provide support, guidance, and expertise to the other field installers and helpers.
• Knowledge of fire industry.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.

What We Like About You

• Two to five years of experience in field installation of fire sprinkler systems.
• Working knowledge of wet, dry, and pre-action systems, as well as backflows and fire pumps.
• Experience with installation of underground piping preferred but not required.
• Proficient in NFPA 13, 20 & 24 code requirements.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings.
• Ability to use trade appropriate tools to perform daily pipe fitting duties efficiently and safely.
• Ability to train others to use trade appropriate tools efficiently and safely.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• NICET level II.
• Certified in backflow inspection and repair preferred.

What We’re Bringing To The Table

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle.
• Professional career development opportunities.

Location

• Cockermouth, England, United Kingdom

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Facilities Services