Fire Sprinkler Fitter Trainee

VSC Fire & Security; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Paid vacation

Health insurance

HSA/FSA

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Referral bonus

Parental leave

EAP

Certification reimbursement

Training opportunities

PPE provided

Job summary

VSC Fire & Security in Salisbury, Maryland is hiring a Fire Sprinkler Fitter Trainee to join our team and learn installation and testing of fire protection systems under supervision.

The role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, and growth through hands-on training. We offer comprehensive benefits, including health and retirement options, with opportunities for advancement in a drug-free workplace.

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.

Responsibilities

• Participate in site clean-up, unloading materials, staging materials and distributing materials under supervision.
• Learn to cut and thread pipe and perform installation and testing of the system under supervision.
• Safety-sensitive role due to use of motor vehicles, equipment, working at heights and ladders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Growth mindset

Background checks readiness

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 Salisbury, Maryland is seeking candidates for the position of Fire Sprinkler Fitter Trainee.

What we offer:

• Excellent pay $18.00 - $28.00 and up based on experience
• 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:

• 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.

VSC Fire and Security is a drug free workplace.

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