Fire Sprinkler Technician Trainee

Eagle Fire

Fire Sprinkler Technician Trainee

Richmond, VA +2 locations
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    About Us:

    Since 1987, Eagle Fire Inc. has become a top-tier provider of comprehensive fire protection services, including fire sprinkler systems, life safety services, special hazards systems, fire alarm services, access control systems, fire protection systems management, and fire extinguisher sales and service. Our expertise caters to commercial, industrial, government, and mercantile facilities.

    Join Our Growing Team:

    As we expand across VA, NC, SC, GA, AL, and TN, we're enhancing scheduling consistency and ensuring faster customer response times. Join us for ample promotional growth and career advancement opportunities in the dynamic field of fire protection and life safety.

    This position would report to our Charlotte, NC office but work out of Greensboro, NC for 6+ months at a client site. Day Travel between Winston-Salem & Charlotte, NC will be required.

    Benefits:

    In addition to standard benefits, new employees are eligible for Eagle Fire Perks:

    • $2,000 Employee Referral Program
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Apprenticeship opportunities
    • Boot Reimbursement (1x a year)
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • 10 Paid Holidays
    • NICET Test Reimbursement
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Uniforms Provided

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    The Sprinkler Technician Trainee assists the NICET II certified Sprinkler Technician in the layout, fabrication, installation, repair, and maintenance of fixed fire protection systems.

    Expected to learn the trade through the Eagle Fire Apprenticeship Program with the ultimate goal of becoming a Sprinkler Technician, who is NICET II certified.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Trains with Technician to complete the layout, fabrication, installation, repair, and maintenance of fixed fire protection systems
    • Completes all services following manufacturer instructions, related codes/standards, and Company policies and procedures
    • Learns from Technician how to interpret blueprints and/or working drawings in order to properly install, repair, and maintain systems
    • Cuts, threads, and bends pipe using proper tools and machines and joins and secures pipe using proper standards and techniques, after receiving hands-on training with certified technician
    • Completes continuing education necessary to maintain current certifications and/or licenses as required for the position
    • Adheres to ALL Company Standards and Procedures, including the Controlled Substances and Alcohol Standard

    QUALIFICATIONS

    • High school diploma or GED required; some post high school education or training preferred
    • Experience in the fire protection industry preferred
    • Able to bend, kneel, squat, stand, and lift heavy objects as needed
    • Able to lift and move objects weighing up to 100 pounds, work from heights above 10 feet, and work in confined areas
    • Able to stand for long periods of time and to lift, crouch, reach, handle, push, and pull
    • Able to work in extremely cold and extremely hot temperatures
    • Able to work while exposed to loud sounds and noise levels

    Equal Employment Opportunity:
    Eagle Fire Inc. provides equal employment opportunities, prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other protected status by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions, including recruitment, hiring, and placement.

  • Industry
    Manufacturing
  • Locations
    Leeds, AL • Richmond, VA • Lynchburg, VA