Fire Sprinkler Fitter

VSC Internal Job Board; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime eligible

Company cell phone/tablet

Paid vacation & holidays

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) or FSA

Life insurance

Boot Allowance

PPE provided

Training & advancement

Job summary

VSC Fire & Security in Panama City, FL is seeking candidates for the Sprinkler Fitter position. You will install and test fire suppression equipment according to plans and coordinate changes with supervisors on site.

Qualified candidates have at least 1 year of pipefitting experience, can read drawings, and pay close attention to safety. The role offers overtime eligibility, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of pipefitting experience with fire sprinkler systems.
• Ability to read plans and discern colors for safety signage.
• Pass background checks and maintain reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Install and test fire suppression equipment per designs and site constraints.
• Maintain safety procedures on all job sites per company policy.
• Manage materials delivered to site and coordinate with supervisors and owners.
• Direct and inspect helpers to meet project deadlines.

Skills

Pipefitting

Reading plans

Attention to detail

Communication

Driver's license

Job description

VSC Fire & Security in Panama City, Florida is seeking candidates for the position of Sprinkler Fitter.

What we offer:

• Excellent pay $28.00 - $38.00 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.