Fire Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice

Western States Fire Protection; Glenwood Springs (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Job summary

Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) invites applicants for a Fire Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice. You will learn to install and service fixed extinguishing systems and travel to multiple Colorado job sites, aligning with the UA Local Union requirements.

No prior experience is required, but a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift 50 lbs are essential. The role follows the union collective bargaining agreement and offers union-based benefits.

Qualifications

• Willing to become a UA Local Union member.
• 18 years or older with HS/GED.
• High school diploma or GED required; no experience needed.
• Driver’s license required per company policy.
• Able to lift 50 lbs with/without accommodation.
• Willing to climb ladders and work safely.
• Strong mechanical background preferred; construct. environment risk awareness.
• Willing to pass post-offer drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Learn to install, repair and maintain fixed extinguishing systems.
• Handle underground piping and various fire protection equipment.
• Travel within Colorado and work at multiple job sites.
• Comply with the union collective bargaining agreement.

Skills

Willing to join UA Local Union

18+ years old

Valid driver’s license

Lifts up to 50 pounds

Climbs ladders

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other and we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.

Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specialize in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

Benefits Are Available Through The Union.

Fire Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice

Fire Sprinkler Fitters are pipefitting specialists in the fire protection industry and Western States Fire Protection is seeking qualified applicants for this position.

The starting wage for this position is $25.27 per hour.

Job Responsibilities

• Learn to install, repair and maintain all types of fixed extinguishing systems, including underground piping
• Responsible for installing and servicing a variety of other fire protection equipment such as Standpipes, Wet Pipe systems, Dry Pipe systems, pre-Action systems, and Foam systems.
• Travel within the state and willing to work on various locations/job sites; as necessary
• Comply with the union collective bargaining agreement

Job Qualifications

• Willing to become a member of the UA Local Union
• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED required
• No prior experience is required
• Possess a valid driver’s license; in accordance with Company policy
• Willing to lift up to at least 50 pounds; with or without reasonable accommodation
• Willing to climb ladders; with or without reasonable accommodation
• Strong mechanical background is preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment; with or without reasonable accommodation
• Willing to pass a post-offer drug test and background check; if applicable

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
• Regular bending, reaching, climbing and walking

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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