Fire Sprinkler Fitter

VSC Fire & Security, Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Company cell phone/tablet

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA or FSA

Company paid life insurance

Company paid long-term disability

Bonus for referring new employees

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

NICET certification test reimbursement

Training and advancement

PPE provided

Job summary

VSC Fire & Security, in Virginia Beach, VA, is seeking a Sprinkler Fitter to install and test fire suppression equipment in accordance with engineered plans. You will coordinate with field supervisors and owners, ensuring safety and quality on each site.

The ideal candidate has at least one year in pipefitting for fire protection, can read plans, and communicates clearly. A valid driver's license and willingness to learn are essential. Training opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in pipefitting for fire sprinkler systems.
• Follow written and verbal instructions with strong attention to detail.
• Able to read plans and discern colors for safety signage.
• Eager for professional development and growth.
• Must pass background checks and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Desirable: experience in construction, plumbing or fire protection.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Pipefitting

Reading blueprints

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Background checks

Job description

VSC Fire & Security delivers integrated, cutting-edge fire protection, life safety and security solutions, including fire suppression and detection systems, fire sprinklers, alarms and security systems.

The company was founded in 1958 on quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer service, with integrity and reliability at the center of everything we do. As the premier provider of fire protection and life-safety solutions across the Southeast, VSC Fire & Security provides every customer with comprehensive solutions through outstanding design, efficient installation, reliable service and repair, and thorough inspections.

VSC Fire & Security in Virginia Beach, Virginia is seeking candidates for the position ofSprinkler Fitter.

What we offer:

• Excellent pay $22.00 - $32.00 based on experience
• 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
• Company paid long term disability insurance
• Bonus for referring new employees
• Parental leave for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 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.

VSC Fire and Security is a drug free workplace.

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.

As set forth in VSC Fire & Security’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense.

An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.