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Great entry level career opportunity! Contractor Fire Protection is currently seeking a fire sprinkler apprentice to learn and assist in the installation of fire protection piping, valves, and accessories for commercial and residential fire protection projects. Opportunity for growth as a fitter then foreman.

Responsibilities

  • Assist foreman in the installation of wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge sprinkler systems
  • Maintain proper documentation for work performed
  • Follow verbal and written instructions
  • Carry/move equipment and tools weighing up to 90lbs and be capable of performing physical labor
  • Perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions, such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high lift equipment
  • Must adhere to company safety policies and procedures and maintain a clean and safe work area
  • Be mechanically inclined, have a positive attitude and the ability to learn quickly
  • Be enrolled in AFSA Apprenticeship Program, maintaining all requirements of the Apprenticeship Standards. Provided by employer.

Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Minimum of 18 years of age
  • Construction background is a plus
  • Ability to pass pre-employment background check
  • Valid Driver’s License, and a dependable means of transportation to the employer’s place of business and/or jobsite.
  • Be mechanically inclined, have a positive attitude and the ability to learn quickly and work well with others
  • Be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the apprenticeship program, with or without a reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others

What we offer

  • Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for employees and dependents
  • 401(k), employee matching
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
  • Company-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)/Flexible Spending Account
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Complimentary membership at Costco and 24-Hour Fitness

Contractor Fire Protection is seeking key personnel to help us expand our thriving AZ Fire Protection operation. We are a growing, strong, full-service fire protection company, offering substantial room for growth, and upward mobility. This challenging position will require full involvement with fire sprinkler design; coordination, and possibly project manage the fire sprinkler systems installation for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.

Responsibilities

  • Design automatic fire sprinkler systems (wet, dry, foam, and fire pumps)
  • Compile and prepare plan submittals (shop drawings) and material submittals for review by architects, engineers, clients, and authorities having jurisdiction
  • Coordinate sprinkler design with existing structure and other MEP subcontractors
  • Communicate with Sales, Estimating and other departments to optimize design efficiency for fabrication and installation of systems
  • Perform hydraulic calculations for fire sprinkler systems
  • Detail the design for fabrication and prepare installation drawings
  • Prepare ‘as-built’ drawings for in-house archive and client files
  • Other job duties as assigned

Education & Experience

  • Preferred 2+ years of experience in Fire Sprinkler Design (on job or in-school)
  • Ability to operate independently and autonomously
  • Demonstrate a corresponding high sense of integrity
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Strong computer skills
  • Associates/Bachelors/Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering OR an equivalent combination of HS education and related work experience preferred
  • High level of self-discipline, motivation, and ability to operate in a team environment

What we offer

  • Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for employees and dependents
  • 401(k), employee matching
  • Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
  • Company-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)/Flexible Spending Account
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Complimentary membership at Costco and 24-Hour Fitness

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