Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice 1

Lee Contracting; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive Wages

Apprenticeship and Comprehensive TRAIN

Paid Holidays Upon Hire

Competitive Medical, Dental, andVision

HSA with Employer Contribution

Paid Time Off

Company Paid Short-Term Disability & 2

Life Insurance

Safety Bonus Program

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Work Travel Incentive

Holiday Bonus

Job summary

Lee Industrial Contracting, based in Pontiac, Michigan, seeks dedicated apprentices for our pipefitting program to install and service fire protection systems. You will learn to handle common hand tools, follow detailed instructions, and work securely with foremen on multiple projects, progressing through essential pipe installation skills.

We value safety, teamwork, and self-direction as you gain experience with rigging, lifts, and site logistics while supporting a broad range of industrial

Qualifications

• Participate in our employer-sponsored DOL Pipefitter Apprenticeship program.
• Mechanical ability - able to use hand tools (tape measure, drill, hammer, etc.).
• Rigging knowledge and safe material handling are valued.

Responsibilities

• Learn to use common hand tools and apply basic math and geometry to fire protection system installation and services.
• Support other apprentices, journeymen, and foremen on various projects.
• Follow instructions from foremen and/or supervisors to ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
• Keep the job site clean, safe and well-organized.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure attention to detail and follow safety standards.
• Fuel and wash department vehicles.
• Gain essential skills to progress within the department by applying knowledge of pipe installation and service.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Self-direction

Safety-consciousness

Team collaboration

Education

DOL Pipefitter Apprenticeship program

Tools

Hand tools usage

Rigging knowledge

Job description

Founded in 1989, Lee Industrial Contracting is a 100% employee-owned company based in Pontiac, Michigan. We are the premier industrial contractor of choice for a broad variety of equipment installation, construction, and service projects. As employee owners, we all strive to demonstrate the core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, and Dedication each and every day. As a team, our mission is to provide our customers with the finest people, material, and equipment available. We encourage anyone who shares our values to apply today!

We Are Proud To Offer Our Employees

• 401(k)
• Competitive Wages
• Apprenticeship and Comprehensive Training Programs
• Paid Holidays Upon Hire
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
• Safety Bonus Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Work Travel Incentive
• Holiday Bonus

Responsibilities

• Learn to use common hand tools and apply basic math and geometry to fire protection system installation and services.
• Support other apprentices, journeyman, and foremen on various projects.
• Follow instructions from foremen and/or supervisors to ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently.
• Keep the job site clean, safe and well-organized.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of materials, tools, and equipment.
• Ensure attention to detail and follow safety standards.
• Fuel and wash department vehicles.
• Gain essential skills to progress within the department by applying knowledge of pipe installation and service.

Requirements

• Participate in our employer-sponsored DOL Pipefitter Apprenticeship program
• Mechanical ability - able to use hand tools (tape measure, drill, hammer, etc.)
• Fire Suppression experience in a commercial setting is a plus, not necessary.
• Collaborate effectively with individuals of all personality types.
• Understand and execute both verbal and written instructions accurately.
• Work safely and independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong self-direction.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Requirements

• Measure and mark pipes for cutting or threading.
• Installation of hanger assemblies for pipe securing.
• Work from ladders and scaffolds to install pipe, fittings, devices, and maintain equipment and fixtures.
• Lockout tagout.

Equipment and Tool experience

• Aerial -lift Operation – Boom & Scissor Lift (preferred)
• Forklift Operation - Material Handling up to 5000# (preferred)
• Telehandler(preferred)
• Chauffeur LIC/Med DOT Physical (preferred)
• Trailer Loading and Securing of Material (preferred)
• Threader & Groover (preferred)

Rigging Requirements

• Signal or verbally direct workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to ensure safety of workers and materials.
• Utilize and understand the constraints of chains, synthetic, metal mesh, and wire rope slings.
• Use & recognize rigging hardware including hooks, shackles, wire rope clips, clamps, eye bolts, softeners and tag lines
• Identifies common load configurations & positioning
• Rigger 1 training – trains on above

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and/or operate scissor/boom lifts while working at height.
• Work in permit & non-permit required confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds regularly/occasionally
• Must be able to respond quickly to auditory alarms, visual signals, or other effective means to communicate hazards
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work in cold/hot environments.
• Must be able to traverse irregular and steep terrain.

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and nothing herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.