Fire Sprinkler Technician Apprentice

Elite Fire Safety; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life and AD&D insurance

Pre-tax accounts

Aflac

Vacation and Personal time

Paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Elite Fire Services, serving Columbus and surrounding areas, is hiring an Apprentice for Fire Sprinkler division. We train you to become a licensed, certified Fire Sprinkler Technician and support a growing fire protection team.

We value hard work, hands-on learning, and a long-term career in a high-demand trade with comprehensive safety training and certification opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with 3 or fewer points.
• Three years of licensed driving experience.
• Experience using hand tools such as channel locks and pipe wrenches.
• Willing to work varied hours, nights, early mornings and weekends.
• Comfortable on ladders 6–12 ft and lifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in service, repair, inspections, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems.
• Support technicians with inspections, testing, and troubleshooting of various sprinkler systems.
• Learn and follow NFPA standards, local codes, and safety procedures.
• Perform basic pipe fitting, cutting, threading, grooving, and assembly under supervision.
• Assist with loading/unloading and transporting tools, materials, and equipment to job sites.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment at customer locations and facilities.
• Complete required training programs and safety certifications.
• Document work performed and assist with service reports.
• Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.

Skills

Driver's license

Licensed driving experience

Hand tools

Tools

Channel locks

Pipe wrenches

Job description

Fire Sprinkler Technician Apprentice

About the Company

Elite Fire Services is an affiliated company of Guardian Fire Protection and trusted provider of comprehensive fire protection and life safety solutions, proudly serving businesses in the Columbus and Cincinnati regions of Ohio for more than 30 years. With locations in Columbus and Blanchester, Elite Fire delivers end‑to‑end services including inspection, testing, maintenance, repair, and installation of fire alarms, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, fire pumps, emergency and exit lighting, backflow prevention, and commercial kitchen and hood suppression systems. Known for its service‑driven culture, clear communication, and 24/7 emergency support, Elite Fire helps customers stay safe, compliant, and inspection‑ready.

About the Opportunity

Elite Fire Services is currently hiring Apprentice for the Fire Sprinkler division. This is a great opportunity to learn a growing and in demand and essential trade. Guardian 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 on 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

Job Duties

• Assist in the service, repair, inspections, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems.
• Support technicians with inspections, testing, and troubleshooting of wet, dry, pre‑action, deluge, and standpipe systems.
• Learn and follow NFPA standards, local codes, and company safety procedures.
• Perform basic pipe fitting, cutting, threading, grooving, and assembly tasks under supervision.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and transporting tools, materials, and equipment to job sites.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment at customer locations and company facilities.
• Complete required training programs and safety certifications.
• Accurately document work performed and assist with service reports.
• Communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and supervisors.
• Follow all OSHA, company, and customer safety requirements.

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

Elite Fire Services 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.