Job Description

Description

This Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter Position Features:

• Signing bonus: $2,000 for apprentices, $3,500 for journeyman and above(half on start, half at 1st year)
• Company vehicle if needed
• Profit sharing
• Will work mostly days but need to be flexible to be on call as part of a team rotation
• Unionized environment
• Great Pay to $120K

The Sprinkler Fitter, under the direction of the scheduling department, is primarily responsible for the maintenance and installation of fire protection systems, specifically, sprinkler and standpipe systems, fire mains (above and underground), fire pumps and dry pipe sprinkler systems. The Sprinkler Fitter is also responsible for the testing and troubleshooting of these systems to resolve any issues or leaks.
Job Duties

• Install automatic sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, etc., in accordance with NFPA, OBC and engineer design requirements
• Inspect and test newly installed systems
• Complete annual, quarterly, and monthly inspections of all types of fire protection systems
• Repair any defective, worn or broken system parts
• Install complete sprinkler systems by reading and understanding sprinkler design drawings and specifications
• Measure and mark pipes for cutting
• Fit and prepare pipes
• Install clamps, brackets and hangers used to support the sprinkler systems
• Connect piping systems to water mains, supply tanks, pumps and compressors
• Complete preventive maintenance for sprinkler systems
• Clean, repair, maintain and update current sprinkler systems
• Other duties as assigned
• Working overtime on a rotational on call basis

Requirements

• (3) years of work experience as a licensed sprinkler fitter
• Be a member in good standing with Local 853
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Time management skills
• Mathematical and analytical skills necessary for pipe fitting
• Ability to read building specifications and blueprints
• Ability to work well independently or as a member of a team
• Maintain a clean driving record
• Possess and maintain a valid driver\'s license
• Service vehicle is not permitted for personal use
• Working at Heights Training must be completed before start date
• Confirmation of registration with Ontario College Of Trades.
• On-call on a rotational basis

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