Fire Sprinkler Fitter

VSC Internal Job Board; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Overtime eligible

Company phone/tablet provided

Paid vacation

Medical/dental/vision insurance

HSA or FSA

Life insurance

Apparel program

Long term disability

Referral bonus

Parental leave

EAP

Boot allowance

Certification test reimbursement

Training opportunities

PPE provided

Job summary

VSC Internal Job Board in Charleston, SC is seeking a pipefitter with experience in fire protection systems to install and test fire suppression equipment. This role involves reading plans, coordinating changes, and working under supervision or independently as needed.

You will contribute to safety on site, manage materials, and guide apprentices and helpers to meet project deadlines while maintaining high standards of workmanship.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in pipefitting, relating to fire sprinkler systems and fire protection codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Install and test fire suppression equipment, following designed plans and coordinate design changes to fit site requirements.
• Maintain proper risk management and safety procedures on all job sites per VSC policies.
• Responsible for materials delivered to site, minor fabrication, and communication with Field Supervisors and owners.
• Direct, inspect, and verify the work of helpers and apprentices to meet deadlines.

Skills

Pipefitting experience

Job description

What we offer:

• Excellent pay $18.00 - $28.00 and up based on experience


• Overtime eligible


• Company cell phone and/or tablet for applicable positions


• Paid vacation and company holidays


• Medical, dental and vision insurance options for you and your family


• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


• Company paid life insurance for full time employees


• Employee apparel program


• Company paid long term disability insurance


• Bonus for referring new employees


• Parental leave for full-time employees


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Boot Allowance


• NICET certification test reimbursement


• Opportunities for training and advancement


• All needed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided

What you need:

• One (1) year of experience in pipefitting, relating to fire sprinkler systems and fire protection codes and standards.


• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, with exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.


• Ability to read plans, documents, and ability to discern colors for safety signage.


• Eagerness for professional development and growth.


• Ability to pass various background checks.


• Reliable transportation, valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record for use of company vehicle.


• Desirable (but not required!):
  
  
  
  • Experience in the construction, plumbing, or fire protection industry.
  
  
  • General working knowledge of industrial and/or commercial installation methods.
  
  
  • Ability to read and comprehend drawings.
  
  
  
  

What you will do:

• Install and test fire suppression equipment, following designed plans, and communicate needed design changes to fit site requirements within a group or independently under a supervisor.


• Maintain proper Risk Management and Safety procedures on all job sites per VSC policies.


• Responsible for materials delivered to site, for minor fabrication, communication with Field Supervisors and owners.


• Direct, inspect, and verify the work of assigned helpers and apprentices to meet deadlines.