Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Century Fire Protection; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Relief Fund

Job summary

Century Fire Protection is seeking an experienced fire sprinkler installer to join our field team. You will install, assemble, and maintain sprinkler piping, fittings, and devices on commercial, industrial, and multi‑family projects.

You will read construction drawings and blueprints, interpret specifications, perform pressure testing, flushing, and commissioning, and coordinate with foremen and other trades to keep projects on schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 1–5 years of experience in fire sprinkler installation or pipefitting.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• NICET certification or trade‑related training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, and maintain fire sprinkler piping, fittings, and devices according to plans and specifications.
• Cut, thread, bend, and join pipes using hand and power tools.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Assist with pressure testing, flushing, and commissioning of sprinkler systems.
• Coordinate with foremen, other trades, and field personnel to ensure project schedule adherence.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organized condition.
• Follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Participate in safety meetings and ongoing training.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Drawings interpretation

Education

High school diploma

NICET certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Pipe threading

Job description

Responsible for the installation, assembly, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems in commercial, industrial, and multi‑family projects; ensures systems are installed according to NFPA standards, project specifications, and company quality and safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, and maintain fire sprinkler piping, fittings, and devices according to plans and specifications
• Cut, thread, bend, and join pipes using hand and power tools
• Read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Assist with pressure testing, flushing, and commissioning of sprinkler systems
• Coordinate with foremen, other trades, and field personnel to ensure project schedule adherence
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organized condition
• Follow OSHA regulations and company safety policies
• Participate in safety meetings and ongoing training

Education and Experience

High school diploma and 1–5 years of experience in fire sprinkler installation or pipefitting; knowledge of fire sprinkler installation practices and NFPA standards; ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints; strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on skills; NICET certification or trade‑related training preferred.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office applications, Word, email.

Physical Demands

Field‑based role at active construction and retrofit sites; requires endurance for extended periods of repetitive movements and moderate physical exertion; frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching; ability to climb ladders, stairs, or scaffolding and working at heights as needed; manual dexterity to operate tools and equipment; good visual and auditory acuity to safely handle inventory, read labels, and follow instructions; work in confined spaces and variable weather conditions; ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly; exposure to noise, dust, and construction environments; ability to tolerate working in varying environmental conditions, including temperature fluctuations; overtime may be required.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending Accounts, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Holidays, 401(K) with Company Match, Employee Relief Fund, Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident.