Fire Sprinkler Fitter Trainee

VSC Internal Job Board; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

HSA or FSA

Company paid life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

OT eligibility

Boot allowance

PPE provided

Referral bonus

Training & advancement

EAP

Driver's license reimbursement

Job summary

VSC Fire & Security in Austin, Texas is seeking candidates for the Fire Sprinkler Fitter Trainee. The role offers on-the-job training and advancement opportunities, with pay from $20.00 to $40.00 per hour based on experience, and overtime eligibility.

As a trainee, you will assist with site cleanup, material handling, cutting and threading pipe, and installation/testing under supervision. This safety-sensitive position requires reliable transport, valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.
• 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: experience in construction, plumbing, or fire protection; knowledge of installation methods; ability to read drawings.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a supervisor, the Sprinkler Helper will participate in site clean-up, unloading materials, staging materials, and distributing materials.
• Will learn to cut and thread pipe and will perform tasks of installation and testing of the system under supervision.
• This role is designated as safety-sensitive due to responsibilities that could entail the use of motor vehicles, mobile equipment, working at heights, climbing ladders, and utilizing lift equipment.

Skills

Follow instructions

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Professional development

Background checks

Reliable transportation

Job description

VSC Fire & Security in Austin, Texas is seeking candidates for the position of Fire Sprinkler Fitter Trainee.

What we offer:

• Excellent pay $20.00 - $40.00 and up based on experience
• Overtime eligible
• 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:

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.
• 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:

• Under the direction of a supervisor, the Sprinkler Helper will participate in site clean-up, unloading materials, staging materials, and distributing materials.
• Will learn to cut and thread pipe and will perform tasks of installation and testing of the system under supervision.
• This role is designated as safety-sensitive due to responsibilities that could entail the use of motor vehicles, mobile equipment, working at heights, climbing ladders, and utilizing lift equipment.