Sprinkler Helper

Sciens Building Solutions; Perkiomenville (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Career development

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking a Sprinkler Helper to learn and assist with the installation and service of fire sprinkler systems. This role offers a path into the fire and life safety industry through hands-on training and apprenticeship opportunities.

You will work with technicians on overhead sprinkler systems, read blueprints, and coordinate with contractors to maintain project schedules. This entry-level position may require travel and physical effort.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Desire to enroll in Sprinkler Fitter apprentice program.
• Self-starter who can work independently and in a team.
• Ability to use basic hand tools.
• Willingness to read blueprints and project schedules.
• Willingness to travel to local job sites.
• Physically able to perform demanding work and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to obtain OSHA 10 Certification.

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.
• Learn reading and interpretation of blueprints to install prefabricated sprinkler piping.
• Communicate with contractors to keep projects on time and on budget.
• Follow industry procedures and Sciens safety programs.

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Read blueprints

Basic hand tools

Willing to travel

OSHA 10 (certification)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Blueprint reading tools

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.