Sprinkler Fitter

Sciens Building Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Disability (short & long-term)

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions, Cen Cal Fire Systems, Houston division, is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Fitter to install NFPA-based sprinkler systems and components. You will read blueprints, cut and fit piping, and support project teams on retrofit and tenant-improvement jobs. Strong communication and adherence to safety standards are required for successful project execution.

Qualifications

• Five years of field installation experience in fire sprinkler systems.
• CalFire Fire Sprinkler Fitter Certification is required.
• Knowledge of NFPA 13; NFPA 20 and 24 are a plus.
• Ability to read fire system design drawings and pipe layouts.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and install prefabricated fire sprinkler piping.
• Install new, retrofit, and tenant improvement projects under tight deadlines.
• Cut, thread, and groove pipe to trade specifications.
• Provide guidance to other field installers and helpers.
• Maintain OSHA safety standards and ensure quality workmanship.

Skills

Fire sprinkler installation

Blueprint reading

Communication

Problem solving

OSHA safety standards

Education

CalFire Fire Sprinkler Fitter Certification

Tools

Pipe cutting tools

Threading tools

Grooving tools

Job description

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELLCen Cal Fire Systems, a division of Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Fitter to provide installation services of all forms of fire sprinkler systems and components. This is a key position for our growing team and requires attention to detail in all aspects of NFPA-based fire sprinkler systems. The ability to problem-solve and communicate effectively with the Designer, Project Manager, and General Contractor is an integral part of this position.WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (and doing well!)Read and interpret blueprints and be able to install prefabricated fire sprinkler piping.Ability to work under tight deadlines.Installation of new, retrofits, and tenant improvement type projects.Cut, thread, and groove pipe to trade specifications.Provide support, guidance, and expertise to the other field installers and helpers.Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU!Five years of experience in field installation of fire sprinkler systems.CalFire Fire Sprinkler Fitter Certification card is required.Knowledge of NFPA 13.Knowledge of NFPA 20 AND 24 are a plus but not required.Provide quality craftmanship.Ability to read fire system design drawings.Ability to use trade appropriate tools to perform daily pipe fitting duties efficiently and safely.Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.WHAT WE’RE BRINGING TO THE TABLECompetitive salary based on qualifications.Paid time off plan and holidays.401(k) matching.Short term and long-term disability.Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.Life insurance.Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle.Professional career development opportunities.