Fire Sprinkler Fitter (Construction)
Benefits Include
Medical, Dental, Vision, and other supplementary insurance plans
PTO
401(k)
Perpetual, persistent, and pertinent training
Opportunity for growth
Job Summary
As a full-time, onsite Fire Sprinkler Fitter at RLH Fire Protection Inc., you will perform the installation of fire protection piping, valves, and accessories for commercial and industrial applications. Acting as self-starting and safety-oriented fitter. Your precision and expertise will contribute to the safety and effectiveness of various projects.
Essential Duties
Assembly, installation, alterations, and repairs of pipelines or pipe systems that carry water, air, steam, or other liquids and gases.
Up to but not limited to the maintenance, modifications, and cleaning of pipe systems.
Ability to clearly communicate and articulate job needs
Time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Basic math and measurement knowledge
Have a working knowledge of proper care and use of tools
Valid driver's license and ability to present personal car insurance
Be willing to work out of town with occasional overnight stays
Qualifications
Ability to understand and identify the characteristics of wet pipe, dry pipe, pre-action, and deluge systems.
Understanding of when each of the four primary fire system types as well as specialty systems should be utilized
Ability to describe how various sprinklers, pipe, valves, and water flow devices are used in aboveground applications and the three primary system piping configurations
Understands the principles of sprinkler system earthquake protection through seismic bracing and restraint, and formulas used to calculate sprinkler protection areas
Understands and can identify special architectural protection requirements around features such as cloud ceilings, soffits and other obstructive structural and decorative building components
Can identify and understand occupancy and commodity classification requirements
Can identify and understand component and hardware requirements for fire sprinklers, hangers, and brace components
Can identify and understand piping system installation requirements and identify different types of hazards
Safety/Physical Requirements
Ability to carry/move tools and equipment up to 75lb.
Continuous walking, standing, squatting, climbing, and lifting
Ability to work in varying outdoor temperatures, and indoor cold temperatures depending on cold box/freezer temps
Ability to work in confined spaces
Related Experience
2 years of relevant job experience required
Education
High Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Combination of experience and education may substitute education requirements
Pay rate: $20.00-$40.00 per hour
Classification: Non-Exempt, Full-Time, In- Person
Reports to: Division Manager
Supervisory: This position does not have any direct reporting employees.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the RLH Fire Protection, Inc.
