Fire Caulker

EV Construction; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) with matching

Career training and professional dev.

Job summary

EV Construction Firestop Solutions seeks a Fire Caulker to install FM Approved and UL-listed fire stop systems, restoring fire-rated integrity after penetrations or joints. You will join a team that values trust, collaboration, and skilled workmanship.

Ideal candidates have exposure to commercial construction and can travel across West Michigan; a High School diploma or GED is required, and training will be provided. Competitive pay and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Must have reliable transportation and be able to travel across West Michigan (travel compensation provided).
• Eligible to work in the US and hold a high school diploma or GED.
• Able to read a tape measure and use hand tools with basic math skills.
• General familiarity with construction tools and materials.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Willing to travel

Basic math

Reading tape measure

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Hand tools

Construction tools

Job description

Consider joining EV Construction as our next Fire Caulker (Firestop Technician). Fire Caulkers are specialists who install FM Approved and/or UL-listed fire stop systems to restore the integrity of fire-rated floor and wall assemblies after being compromised by service penetrations or construction joints. Our Firestop team models character (ability to be trusted), chemistry (ability to work well with others) and competence (ability to work with skill).

EV Construction Firestop Solutions is a leading provider of complex fire-rated barrier installation services and has operated throughout the state of Michigan in Healthcare, Commercial and Industrial Markets. We are the only Firestop Contractor who is dually certified by FM and UL in the State of Michigan.

Ideal candidates will have some exposure to commercial construction, specifically metal stud framing, gypsum wall assemblies, and/or familiarity with MEP (mechanical/electrical/plumbing/fire protection) trades, but we will train the right person.

Qualifications

• Must have reliable transportation. This role works throughout West Michigan regularly. Ability to work throughout Michigan a plus (compensation for travel provided).
• Eligible to work in the US.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Must be able to accurately read a tape measure and use hand tools.
• General familiarity with construction tools and materials.
• Ability to perform basic math.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry 25 pounds regularly, 50 pounds or more occasionally.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Will work for prolonged periods standing in a variety of conditions.
• Must have good manual dexterity, good sense of balance, good hand-eye coordination.
• Must be able to perform work on scaffolding and / or ladders.
• Must be able to work at heights in powered lifts.
• Must be able to work at or above shoulder height for extended periods of time.

Compensation

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Career training and professional development