Fire Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice

Fire Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice About the Company

Professional Fire Protection has been an industry leader for fire protection services in the Virginia and eastern North Carolina area. We are based in Norfolk and Ashland, VA, and have an excellent team of employees who are responsible for the design, installation, service, and inspection of fire alarms, sprinkler systems, kitchen fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, and kitchen hood/duct systems. We have an extensive customer base that we perform recurring inspection and repair services throughout the region.

Our company is continually growing through its internal sales and marketing activities, strong reputation, and business acquisitions.

The Fire Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice assists in the installation, maintenance, and repair of fire sprinkler systems in commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. This entry‑level role provides hands‑on training under the supervision of licensed fire sprinkler fitters while developing the technical skills required to become a certified professional in the trade.

• This is an hourly position and the pay rate is contingent on experience and background. It will be discussed during the interview process.
• Potential quarterly bonuses.
• All hours worked between 6 pm and 5 am are paid at the time and a half rate for every day of the week.

• Assist with installation of fire sprinkler piping, valves, and related components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Measure, cut, thread, and groove pipe using hand and power tools.
• Support system testing, inspections, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas in accordance with safety standards.
• Load, unload, and transport materials and tools to job sites.
• Follow company policies and job site safety requirements.
• Participate in formal apprenticeship training and related classroom instruction.

• A current valid driver’s license with 3 or fewer points is required.
• Three years of licensed driving experience is required.
• Experience using a variety of hand tools such as channel locks and pipe wrenches.
• Willing to work varied hours, nights, early morning and weekend shift when needed.
• Capable and willing to learn and study about the different fire sprinkler systems in order to pass tests and become certified.
• Must be comfortable working on ladders 6 to 12 ft and on lifts.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to work overhead and in unusual or small spaces such as attics and crawl spaces.
• Skills to communicate well with customers and explain the work being done and any repairs that are necessary.
• Skills to write well and be very detailed in your write up on service work.
• Must be well organized and be able to keep track of service tickets and process all required documents for each service performed.

• 401(k) with a company match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Long Term Disability
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Pre‑tax accounts for health and dependent care
• Aflac
• Vacation and Personal time
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Fire Protection is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.