Fire Sprinkler Fitter: Skilled Installer & Life-Safety Pro

WW Gay Fire Protection Inc; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO & holidays

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Medical, dental, and vision

Life insurance

Company vehicle

Cell phone & laptop

Career development

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions in Gainesville, FL is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Fitter to install and retrofit NFPA-based fire sprinkler systems. You will read blueprints, cut and thread pipe, and coordinate with designers, project managers, and general contractors to ensure quality installations.

The role requires two years in the Fire and Life Safety field, active Sprinkler Apprentice enrollment, OSHA 10, and the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in the Fire & Life Safety industry.
• Active Sprinkler Apprentice Program enrollment.
• Working knowledge of wet, dry, and pre-action systems and backflows.
• Ability to read and install from design drawings and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints to install sprinkler piping on new and retrofit projects.
• Install piping, cut, thread, and groove as required with appropriate tools.
• Coordinate with onsite contractors and trades to resolve field conflicts.
• Assist with job scheduling and progression while ensuring quality and safety.
• Modify designs to meet code requirements and site conditions.

Skills

Read blueprints

Install fire sprinkler piping

Coordinate with onsite contractors

Train others on tools

OSHA safety standards knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pipe threaders

Saws

Job description

Sciens Building Solutions in Gainesville, FL is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Fitter to install and retrofit NFPA-based fire sprinkler systems. You will read blueprints, cut and thread pipe, and coordinate with designers, project managers, and general contractors to ensure quality installations.

The role requires two years in the Fire and Life Safety field, active Sprinkler Apprentice enrollment, OSHA 10, and the ability to travel as needed.