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Projects Sprinkler Apprentice
full-timeBaton Rouge

Summary

Location

Baton Rouge

Type

full-time

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About this role

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams. Build your career with the industry-leading fire, life safety and security company.

The Fire Sprinkler Install Apprentice will learn and develop the skills necessary to install, test, repair, and maintain fire sprinkler systems. The apprentice will work under the guidance of experienced Fire Sprinkler Installation Technicians. The Fire Sprinkler Install Apprentice will assist the Fire Sprinkler Install Technicians in the accurate and efficient installation of fire sprinkler systems, following blueprints and specifications. They will need to progress steadily through all aspects of the apprenticeship training program.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

  • Learn and apply proper techniques to cut, thread, and fit pipes, ensuring precise alignment and secure connections for the fire sprinkler system.
  • Acquire knowledge of fire sprinkler system components, codes, regulations, and safety procedures.
  • Collaborate with experienced team members to troubleshoot and repair fire sprinkler system components, such as valves, pipes, and fittings, ensuring optimal functionality.
  • Work closely with the installation team to ensure timely completion of projects, providing support and assistance as required.
  • Adhere strictly to safety protocols and guidelines to minimize the risk of accidents or injuries during installation, maintenance, and repair activities.

Education/Qualification:  

  • Minimum of 1 year of Fire Sprinkler Install experience required.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and proficiency in working with hand and power tools.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately..
  • Eagerness to learn and develop new skills in the field of fire sprinkler system installation.

Other Duties:

  • Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to walk and maneuver self around construction job sites and climb ladders occasionally.
  • Ability to lift, push, and pull heavy pipe daily (10-40 lbs frequently and 50-75 lbs occasionally).
  • Bending and squatting frequently and for long periods of time.
  • Reaching and performing work above shoulder level frequently and for long periods of time.
  • Ability to withstand occasional exposure to hot, cold, and/or inclement weather on job sites.
  • Ability to wear PPE such as steel toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glass, safety harnesses, and hard hats occasionally on job sites.

Benefits and Perks:

  • Excellent pay

  • Medical, dental, vision

  • Company paid life insurance

  • Company paid short-term disability

  • 401K with employer match

  • Paid vacation and company holidays

  • Training and Career Development

  • Company vehicle (if job applicable)

  • Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Other facts

Tech stack
Fire Sprinkler Installation,Pipe Cutting,Pipe Threading,Pipe Fitting,Mechanical Aptitude,Attention To Detail,Troubleshooting,Repair,Collaboration,Safety Protocols,Blueprint Reading,Regulations Knowledge,Team Support,Learning,Installation Techniques

About Pye-Barker Fire & Safety

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is the U.S. leader in fire protection, life safety and security systems.

Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
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Industry: Public Safety
Founding Year: 1946

What you'll do

  • The Fire Sprinkler Install Apprentice will learn to install, test, repair, and maintain fire sprinkler systems under the guidance of experienced technicians. They will assist in the accurate installation of systems, following blueprints and specifications.

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What does a Projects Sprinkler Apprentice do at Pye-Barker Fire & Safety?

As a Projects Sprinkler Apprentice at Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, you will: the Fire Sprinkler Install Apprentice will learn to install, test, repair, and maintain fire sprinkler systems under the guidance of experienced technicians. They will assist in the accurate installation of systems, following blueprints and specifications..

Why join Pye-Barker Fire & Safety as a Projects Sprinkler Apprentice?

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is a leading Public Safety company.

Is the Projects Sprinkler Apprentice position at Pye-Barker Fire & Safety remote?

The Projects Sprinkler Apprentice position at Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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