Firestop Helper

Kirby-Cundiff Insulation & Firestop of Virginia; Hollins (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby-Cundiff Insulation & Firestop of Virginia is seeking personnel to perform semi-skilled fire-stop work on commercial and industrial sites. You will install fire-stop systems, handle materials, and assist with scaffolding under supervision initially, with growth into more independent roles.

The position requires basic physical fitness, the ability to travel between job sites, and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in installing common fire-stop materials.
• On-the-job or classroom training provided; successful completion within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Install proper system per design details and follow the specified material details.
• Unload and store materials, ensure environmental conditions and orderliness.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety; coordinate with other trades on site.

Skills

Common materials installation

On-the-job training

Travel to job sites

Education

High School Education or GED

Job description

Performs semi skilled fire stop work to prevent spread of heat, fire, gasses, or smoke on commercial and industrial construction and maintenance projects using tools and equipment common to the trade.

Performs semi skilled fire stop work to prevent spread of heat, fire, gasses, or smoke on commercial and industrial construction and maintenance projects using tools and equipment common to the trade.

Work Experience

Beginner to 5 years minimum experience and on the job training or equivalent classroom training. Should be proficient in installation of all common materials. Must pass required training and testing within 30 days of employment and refresher training and testing on a three year basis. Must work under close supervision of experienced installer for first 180 days.

Job Requirements

• Install proper system or reviewed engineered judgment in strict accordance with the selected system detail
• Unload and store materials in secure locations with proper environmental conditions. Verify materials conform to company and manufacturers standards. Keep materials orderly.
• Cleanup continuously
• Follow safety precautions
• Coordinate with other trades
• Build scaffolding
• Fill out time card
• Travel to multiple job sites within a wide area
• After 180 day period serve as fire stop mechanic on small projects under close supervision of project manager
• Other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Drivers License
• Pass Background Check
• Personal Vehicle
• Provide common hand tools

Education

Must have the language and math skills needed to perform duties. High School Education or GED would generally provide the skills needed.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, stoop, kneel, crawl, and climb at least 2/3 of a work day
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 100 pounds
• Vision – must be good or correctable with glasses

Work Environment

Must be able to work in outside weather, hot and cold inside conditions, areas where there may be toxic and caustic chemicals, moving machine parts, vibrations and loud noise. Must order and use safety equipment as needed. Work assignments will change often with different conditions and must be able to adjust.