Sprinkler Helper

Sciens Building Solutions; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Medical dental vision plans

Life insurance

Career development

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions in Jacksonville, FL, is hiring a Sprinkler Helper to learn the installation and service of fire sprinkler systems. This entry-level role offers hands-on training in a growing life-safety industry.

You will support service technicians, learn to read blueprints, and collaborate with contractors while complying with safety policies. A strong work ethic and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Desire to enroll in Sprinkler Fitter apprentice program.
• Self-starter who can work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Willing to learn to read blueprints, specs and schedules.
• Willing to learn threading and grooving pipe.
• Willing to travel to local job sites.
• Physically fit for demanding trade work, including lifting up to 25 lbs (50 lbs occasionally).
• Able to obtain OSHA 10 Certifications.
• Ability to meet deadlines with urgency.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Sprinkler Service Technicians with installation and coordination of overhead sprinkler systems, pumps, standpipes, and hose systems.
• Attend and participate in weekly job site safety meetings.
• Assist in reading and interpreting blueprints to help install piping.
• Communicate with contractors and trades to keep projects on time and budget.
• Follow industry procedures and Sciens safety programs.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Physical stamina

Team player

Willing to travel

OSHA 10 readiness

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Sprinkler Helper to learn and assist with the installation and service of all forms of fire sprinkler systems and services. This is a key position for our growing team and requires someone who is interested in learning the fire sprinkler trade and a desire to start a career in the exciting and sustainable fire/life safety industry.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (and doing well)!

• Assist Sprinkler Service Technicians with coordination and installation of overhead sprinkler systems, fire pumps, standpipes, and hose systems.
• Attend and participate in weekly job site safety meetings.
• Learn and assist in reading and interpreting blueprints, to help install prefabricated fire sprinkler piping.
• Occasionally communicate with various contractors and trades to ensure projects stay on time and on budget.
• Comply with industry standard procedures and Sciens safety programs/policies.

What We Like About You

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Desire to enroll in Sprinkler Fitter apprentice program and grow within the Fire and Life Safety industry.
• Self-starter; able to work independently but also demonstrate the ability to be a team player with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Willing to learn how to read and comprehend blueprints, specifications, and project schedules.
• Willing to learn how to thread and groove pipe.
• Willing to travel to local job site locations.
• Be physically fit to perform the demanding work of the trade, including frequent lifting of up to 25 pounds, maximum occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; able to work from heights and climb ladders; standing and walking for most of the workday.
• Able to obtain OSHA 10 Certifications
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with a sense of urgency.
• Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation.

What We’re Bringing To The Table

• Competitive 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.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.