Fire Protection Helper

Allied Fire Protection; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Fire Protection in Austin, TX is seeking a Fire Protection Helper to learn the fire sprinkler and fire alarm trade by observing and assisting with installations, service, and troubleshooting in various buildings.

You will interpret project drawings, assist with pipe threading, reading blueprints, and maintaining clean, safe work sites while adhering to safety protocols and company SOPs.

Qualifications

• Basic Math and Reading skills required.
• 1 year of helper experience in fire protection or construction preferred.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist foreman and/or fitter with installation, service, and troubleshooting of automatic fire sprinkler systems and related fire alarm equipment.
• Assist with installation of fire sprinkler or fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
• Learn project drawings to interpret layout and installation requirements.
• Thread and groove pipe, cut hanger rods, read blueprints, and maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of required safety and project documentation.

Skills

Follow directions

Valid driver’s license

Self-motivated

Detail oriented

Organized

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description

• Learn by paying attention and participating with all that is being asked within all aspects of the fire sprinkler and fire alarm trade
• Assist foreman and/or fitter with installation, service, and trouble-shooting of automatic fire sprinkler systems along with all its related equipment for fire alarm installation support
• Assist foreman and/or fitter with installation of fire sprinkler or fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings
• Learn and use project drawings to accurately and entirely interpret and installation requirement details and layout as needed
• Learn to thread and groove pipe, cut hanger rods, frequently climb ladders, hang pipe, read blueprints, layout, keep clean work area, and use appropriate equipment for any specific job such as tools, lifts, etc.
• Other duties as assigned
• Believe In, Live, and Support Our Mission Statement, Core Values and Business Plan Daily
• Safety First
• Ensure timely and complete submittal of JSAs, Toolbox Talks, Audit Forms, etc.
• Ensure timely and accurate Incident and Accident Reporting
• Hold yourself accountable for all Safety Initiatives
• Hold yourself accountable for Safe Driving of Company Vehicles
• Ensure awareness and support of Stop Work Authority
• Complete all Training Requirements – Safety, Certifications, etc.
• Submit accurate Timesheet – job numbers/names, OT and travel pay, completed on time, etc., support transition to Electronic timesheet submittal
• Ensure all required documents are complete, accurate and professional, with required signatures
• Ensure proper Inventory Management – review, update, and approve packing slips – submitted timely, proper material management
• Ensure proper Maintenance and care of equipment – trucks, lifts, tools, etc.
• Keep jobsites clean and organized
• Ensure Production Efficiency – awareness of budget vs. actual labor hours and proactive communication with superintendent
• Support and Ensure Adherence to Company SOPs – Purchase Orders, Change Orders, etc.
• Timeliness – at the job on time; attendance; communication with supervisor; paperwork
• Ensure Customer Satisfaction and respond to Customer Satisfaction Survey feedback improvement opportunities
• Maintain Quality Control i.e. reduce the need for return trips and warranty work
• Maintain a Professional appearance
• Communicate effectively and professionally within the department and with internal and external customers
• Teamwork – maintain positive interactions within your team, local office, etc.
• Actively Participate in required team meetings
• Ability to work overtime, out of town or on-call as needed

FIRE PROTECTION HELPER

Job Description

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Learn by paying attention and participating with all that is being asked within all aspects of the fire sprinkler and fire alarm trade
• Assist foreman and/or fitter with installation, service, and trouble-shooting of automatic fire sprinkler systems along with all its related equipment for fire alarm installation support
• Assist foreman and/or fitter with installation of fire sprinkler or fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings
• Learn and use project drawings to accurately and entirely interpret and installation requirement details and layout as needed
• Learn to thread and groove pipe, cut hanger rods, frequently climb ladders, hang pipe, read blueprints, layout, keep clean work area, and use appropriate equipment for any specific job such as tools, lifts, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Expectations

• Believe In, Live, and Support Our Mission Statement, Core Values and Business Plan Daily
• Safety First
• Ensure timely and complete submittal of JSAs, Toolbox Talks, Audit Forms, etc.
• Ensure timely and accurate Incident and Accident Reporting
• Hold yourself accountable for all Safety Initiatives
• Hold yourself accountable for Safe Driving of Company Vehicles
• Ensure awareness and support of Stop Work Authority
• Complete all Training Requirements – Safety, Certifications, etc.
• Submit accurate Timesheet – job numbers/names, OT and travel pay, completed on time, etc., support transition to Electronic timesheet submittal
• Ensure all required documents are complete, accurate and professional, with required signatures
• Ensure proper Inventory Management – review, update, and approve packing slips – submitted timely, proper material management
• Ensure proper Maintenance and care of equipment – trucks, lifts, tools, etc.
• Keep jobsites clean and organized
• Ensure Production Efficiency – awareness of budget vs. actual labor hours and proactive communication with superintendent
• Support and Ensure Adherence to Company SOPs – Purchase Orders, Change Orders, etc.
• Timeliness – at the job on time; attendance; communication with supervisor; paperwork
• Ensure Customer Satisfaction and respond to Customer Satisfaction Survey feedback improvement opportunities
• Maintain Quality Control i.e. reduce the need for return trips and warranty work
• Maintain a Professional appearance
• Communicate effectively and professionally within the department and with internal and external customers
• Teamwork – maintain positive interactions within your team, local office, etc.
• Actively Participate in required team meetings
• Ability to work overtime, out of town or on-call as needed

Knowledge

• Basic Math and Reading
• Minimum education of High School Diploma or Equivalent

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience as a fire sprinkler, fire alarm, or construction-related helper, preferred

Skills And Competencies

• Ability to take direction from upper management
• Must have valid state driver's license and good driving record
• Self-motivated , Ambitious , Interactive , Communicative , Detail-oriented and Organized
• Demonstrate ability to accurately read measurements from tape or scales