Sprinkler Helper

Sciens Building Solutions; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Short/Long-term disability

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional career development

Job summary

SciensBuilding Solutions is seeking a Sprinkler Helper to learn and assist with the installation and service of fire sprinkler systems. This entry-level role provides hands-on training in a growing life-safety industry.

You will support service technicians, read blueprints, travel to local job sites, and participate in safety meetings. The company offers development through an apprentice program, tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Desire to enroll in Sprinkler Fitter apprentice program.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Willing to travel to local job sites.
• Able to obtain OSHA 10 certification.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Blueprint reading

Physical fitness

Hand tools

Travel to local sites

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Interest in Sprinkler Fitter apprenticeship

Job description

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

SciensBuilding 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.

$22-$26 based on experience.