Sprinkler Fitter

life safety

📍 lorton virginia united states🕐 10mo ago🔗 workday

Job Description

**THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL** Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Fitter to provide installation services of all forms of fire sprinkler systems and components. This is a key position for our growing team and requires attention to detail in all aspects of NFPA\-based fire sprinkler systems. The ability to problem-solve and communicate effectively with the Designer, Project Manager, and General Contractor is an integral part of this position.     **WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (and doing well!)**  * Read and interpret blueprints, in order to install prefabricated fire sprinkler piping.  * Ability to work under tight deadlines.    * Installation of new, retrofits, and tenant improvement type projects.  * Cut, thread, and groove pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws and pipe threaders.   * Work and coordinate with various contractors and trades to resolve coordination conflicts in the field.   * Ability to manage job scheduling and job progress in an efficient and cost\-effective manner, with a strong focus on quality.  * Provide support, guidance, and expertise to the other field installers and helpers.  * Knowledge of fire industry.  * Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.    **WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU**  * Two to five years of experience in field installation of fire sprinkler systems.   * Working knowledge of wet, dry, and pre\-action systems, as well as backflows and fire pumps.  * Experience with installation of underground piping preferred but not required.  * Proficient in NFPA 13, 20 & 24 code requirements.  * Ability to read fire system design drawings.  * Ability to use trade appropriate tools to perform daily pipe fitting duties efficiently and safely.   * Ability to train others to use trade appropriate tools efficiently and safely.   * Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.  * NICET level II.  * Certified in backflow inspection and repair preferred. **WHAT WE’RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE** * Competitive salary based on qualifications.  * Paid time off plan and holidays.  * 401(k) matching.  * Short term and long-term disability.   * Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.  * Life insurance.  * Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle.  * Professional career development opportunities.