Fire Sprinkler Technician Apprentice

Guardian Fire Protection Services, a Veriguard company; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with a company match

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life and AD&D insurance

Pre‑tax accounts

Job summary

Professional Fire Protection is currently hiring an Apprentice for the Fire Sprinkler division. This is a hands-on training opportunity to learn a growing and essential trade and to become a licensed Fire Sprinkler Technician.

We seek hard-working individuals who want to learn, with a valid driver's license, ability to lift up to 70 lbs, and willingness to work varied hours, nights, and weekends when needed. Compensation is hourly with potential quarterly bonuses and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Three years of driving experience required.
• Experience using common hand tools (channel locks, pipe wrenches).
• Willing to learn about fire sprinkler systems and certification process.
• Comfortable climbing ladders (6–12 ft) and working on lifts.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and work in confined spaces.
• Strong communication with customers and ability to document work clearly.
• Good writing for service tickets and reports.
• Must stay organized and manage service tickets.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Proven driving experience

Hand tools

Willing to learn

Ladders & lifts

Physical stamina 70lbs lift

Customer communication

Detailed service writeups

Organizational skills

Ticketing/documentation

Job description

About The Company

Professional Fire Protection is an affiliated company of Guardian Fire Protection and trusted provider of fire protection and life safety solutions, proudly serving businesses throughout the Richmond and Norfolk regions of Virginia and Eastern North Carolina since 2003. Headquartered in Norfolk, with additional locations in Ashland and Chester, Professional Fire delivers comprehensive, end‑to‑end services including system design, installation, inspection, testing, monitoring, and repair. Our expertise spans fire sprinkler systems, fire alarms, special hazards and kitchen fire suppression, fire pumps, range hood and paint booth suppression, and integrated fire and security monitoring. Known for quality workmanship, responsive service, and a strong safety‑first culture, Professional Fire is driven by a team of skilled professionals committed to protecting people, property, and communities.

About The Opportunity

Professional Fire Protection is currently hiring Apprentice for the Fire Sprinkler division. This is a great opportunity to learn a growing and in demand and essential trade. We will train you to become a licensed, certified Fire Sprinkler Technician.

We are looking for hard working and hands‑on individuals that want to learn a new trade in the fire protection industry. The fire protection industry is in high demand and it can be a long term career that can provide a well paying income with training, certification and years of quality hard work.

Compensation

• This is an Hourly position and the pay rate is contingent experience and background. It will be discussed during the interview process.
• Potential Quarterly Bonuses
• All hours worked between 6 pm and 5 am, paid at the time and half rate for every day of the week

Qualifications

• A current valid driver's license with 3 or less points is required.
• Three years of licensed driving experience is required.
• Experience using a variety of hand tools such as channel locks and pipe wrenches.
• Willing to work varied hours, nights, early morning and weekend shift when needed.
• Capable and willing to learn and study about the different fire sprinkler systems in order to pass tests and become certified.
• Must be comfortable working on ladders 6 to 12ft and on lifts.
• Ability to lift up to 70lbs
• Ability to work overhead and in unusual or small spaces such as attics and crawl spaces
• Skills to communicate well with customers and explain the work being done and any repairs that are necessary.
• Skills to write well and be very detailed in your write up on service work.
• Must be well organized and be able to keep track of service tickets and process all required documents for each service performed.

Benefits

• 401K with a company match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Long Term Disability
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Pre‑tax accounts for health and dependent care
• Aflac
• Vacation and Personal time
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Fire Protection is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

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