Sprinkler Fitter Job Description
Sprinkler Fitter Duties & Responsibilities
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Sprinkler Fitter Qualifications
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Licensing or Certifications for Sprinkler Fitter
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: NICET, OSHA, II, CPVC
Education for Sprinkler Fitter
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Employers hiring for the sprinkler fitter job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as High School and University Degree in Business, Education, English, General Education, Military, Technical, Engineering, Construction, Construction Management
Skills for Sprinkler Fitter
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Desired experience for sprinkler fitter includes:
Sprinkler Fitter Examples
Sprinkler Fitter Job Description
- Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe threaders and benders
- Attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment
- Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related equipment, following blueprints
- Cut and bore holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, and mains, prior to pipe installation, using hand and power tools
- Be enrolled in SimplexGrinnell’s approved Apprenticeship Program, maintaining all requirements of the Apprenticeship Standard
- Perform new installations, retrofit and repair of wet, dry, pre-action and deluge fire sprinkler systems
- Properly secure all SimplexGrinnell tools and equipment at the end of each work period
- Extensive travel throughout MN required
- The primary function of this position is to supervise Fire Sprinkler Fitters and to coordinate the daily activities for outstate (non-Twin City metro) construction sites
- Assist in the development of the construction schedule that defines project duration, work phases, equipment deliveries, and man loading
- Must be able to act as lead foreman
- Required to attend weekly foreman meetings
- Prefer NICET level II or higher
- Carry/move equipment and tools weighing up to 70lbs and perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions
- Must be able to work alternative shifts or weekends, on-call rotation and overnight traveling to meet customer and/or job requirements
- Must be a licensed sprinkler fitter for the state of Washington or able to obtain that license within 8 weeks of employment
Sprinkler Fitter Job Description
- Coordinate initial job site mobilization activities
- Monitor the construction schedule to ensure projects are completed on time and on budget
- Monitor project for adherence to quality control and NFPA standards
- Advise management of project changes that impact cost, schedule or man loading requirements
- Coordinate all project close-out documentation including punch lists, certifications, and acceptance forms
- Extensive travel throughout LA required
- We are currently looking for an experienced Sprinkler Installation technician with a can do attitude for the service and installation of fire sprinkler systems and special hazards systems in Wellington
- Together with a professional attitude and excellent communication skills, you will have a good work ethic and a desire to work both on your own and as part of a team current driver's license
- Complete all activities related to service and installation of fire protection systems
- Complete fire sprinkler and pump testing documentation
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in registered apprenticeship program
- Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing a ladder, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 60 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, the ability to adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures at all times
- Must have excellent communication skills, using tact and diplomacy when dealing with customers and team members
- NICET Level II Sprinkler Certified - Preferred
- As a Sprinkler fitter you would be installing sprinkler heads
- The project duration should last about 5 weeks
Sprinkler Fitter Job Description
- Ability to work independently or supervise others as required
- Reviewing plans/prints, and carrying out assigned duties
- Extensive travel throughout Metro Atlanta GA required
- Testing sprinkler/piping systems for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges
- Install conduit and run stainless steel cable
- Install, program and test fire suppression panels
- Lay out system installations per manufacture’s guidelines
- Read, research and identify project needs prior to job start
- Read and interpret vendors manuals, blueprints and work orders to perform required installations
- Use a variety of hand and power tools in performing installations
- Must be a licensed sprinkler fitter
- Minimum 5 years documented experience in installation and service of fire sprinkler systems
- 4 years of experience as Sprinkler fitter / Pipe fitter
- Coordinate with other trades in the areas where pipes will be installed and connected
- Must be reliable with transportation
- Must have basic tools including hand tools
Sprinkler Fitter Job Description
- Troubleshoot and repair faulty installations
- Responsible for maintaining all documentation and reports associated with daily work
- Maintain company vehicles and appropriate inventory levels for jobs
- Work in compliance with the company’s safety manual and be SAFE at all times!
- Assist foreman in the service and repair of wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge sprinkler systems
- Survey customer premises and recommend fire protection and safety systems and equipment
- Identify, service, and repair fire protection and safety systems and equipment and provide quotes to clients
- Conduct maintenance activities on Wet fire equipment in accordance with AS1851 and QDC MP 6.1
- Installation, repairs and Inspection of wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge fire sprinkler systems
- Experience testing and troubleshooting fire pumps and standpipe systems
- Strong customer service skills and communications
- Familiarity with NFPA 25 & 13 (National Fire Protection Association) and local codes
- 4 years of experience as Sprinkler/Pipefitter
- 4 Years of Sprinkler Fitting experience
- A minimum of 3 years documented experience in installation and service of fire sprinkler systems
- At least 4 years’ experience in field
Sprinkler Fitter Job Description
- Must be very organized and have a positive attitude
- May be required to participate in an on-call rotation schedule
- Cutting or drilling holes in walls, floors, and ceilings to accommodate the passage of pipes
- Working on lifts and heights
- Must be familiar with Fire Sprinkler Systems and operations
- Able to perform manual/automatic threading and fitting, sealing, pressurizing, automating systems
- Under the direction of the supervisor and lead, perform maintenance, repair and construction of fire protection sprinkler systems
- Perform and assist in five year and annual confidence testing and certification of wet and dry fire sprinkler systems, winterization of systems, with UW personnel or contractors as required
- Maintain, repair, and inspect fire sprinkler systems, piping, tanks, pressure vessels, and compressed air systems
- Troubleshoot complex operational problems related to fire sprinkler systems
- 5 years of experience as Pipefitter / sprinkler fitter
- Fire Systems certification required
- Experience maintaining a variety of sprinkler systems in commercial and industrial facilities
- Strong knowledge of plumbing and sprinkler system codes and regulations
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to complete sprinkler system service calls and projects
- F-1 or F-2 journeyman sprinkler fitter license in the state of Nevada or an equivalent license in another state is required