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Fire Sprinkler Pipefitter
Join Our Team: Your Expertise, Our Family Environment
Join a team that genuinely values skilled tradespeople. We are committed to your professional growth and foster a supportive, family-oriented and safety-first work culture. We specialize in the installation and maintenance of essential, life-saving fire protection systems. We are currently seeking a motivated and reliable Fire Sprinkler Pipefitter to contribute to our mission of protecting life and property.
The Role: Fire Sprinkler Pipefitter
The Fire Sprinkler Pipefitter plays a critical support role, working directly with the Foreman and Helpers to ensure the expert installation, service, and maintenance of automatic fire suppression systems across various commercial and industrial sites.
Key Responsibilities (“What You’ll Do”)
- Expert Installation & Service: Assist the Fire Sprinkler Foreman and Helpers with all phases of fire sprinkler installation, troubleshooting and repair.
- Technical Execution: Execute core tasks including threading and grooving pipe, cutting rod, hanging pipe, and maintaining a safe and clean work area.
- Blueprint Interpretation: Accurately read and interpret construction blueprints, technical documents, and project specifications.
- Tool Operation: Safely and effectively utilize a variety of hand and power tools essential to the trade.
- Client Communication: Communicate professionally and courteously with clients, general contractors and inspectors, representing the company with integrity and professionalism at all times.
Required Qualifications (“What We’re Looking For”)
We are looking for a reliable, motivated individual who meets these essential requirements:
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in automatic fire sprinkler installation, service and maintenance. Strong communication skills and ability to follow directions.
- Licensing & Certifications: Valid state driver’s license with a clean driving record (required). OSHA 10/30 certification (or willingness to obtain). Familiarity with NFPA standards.
- Compliance: Ability to pass a mandatory background check and drug screening prior to employment.
- Physical Ability: Basic knowledge of hand and power tools. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., work comfortable and safely at heights (ladders/lifts), and stand for extended periods in various weather conditions.
Compensation & Benefits (“What We Offer”)
We believe in rewarding hard work, expertise, and commitment.
- Highly Competitive Wages: Pay is based directly on your experience and skill level.
- Time Off: Paid time off (PTO) and company-recognized holidays.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical and Dental insurance plans.
- Financial Future: 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match.
- Work-Life Balance Note: This role requires some flexibility to accommodate occasional after-hours service calls and limited overnight travel (project-dependent).
Commitment to Professional Growth (“How we support your training and development”)
We support and encourage ongoing training and certifications to further your development, including:
- A supportive team environment with clear opportunities for advancement into roles such as Foreman.
- Company-sponsored, ongoing training and certification support, including:
o OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
o NFPA Standards (NFPA 13, 20, 25)
If interested, please send resume to
CareerOpportunities@midsouthfire.com
