What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice - Sprinkler/Alarm position at Pye-Barker Fire & Safety?
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The Sprinkler/Alarm Apprentice will perform tasks at various job sites and develop the skills necessary to install, test, repair, and maintain fire sprinkler and alarm systems under supervision. The Sprinkler/Alarm Apprentice will be expected use a variety hand and power tools and will become familiar with trade specific materials related to the projects they are working.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The Sprinkler/Alarm Apprentice will perform tasks at various job sites and develop the skills necessary to install, test, repair, and maintain fire sprinkler and alarm systems under supervision. The Sprinkler/Alarm Apprentice will be expected use a variety hand and power tools and will become familiar with trade specific materials related to the projects they are working.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Picking and sorting of pipe, fittings and hardware associated with the building construction trades.
- Alarm Apprentice supports licensed technicians in installing, inspecting, testing, and maintaining fire alarm systems in commercial, industrial, and residential environments.
- Sorting and staging fire sprinkler pipe and materials.
- Cleaning and prepping sprinkler pipe for installation.
- Assist in maintaining fire alarm system components, including panels, detectors, pull stations, notification appliances, wiring, and conduit.
- Hauling pipe, fittings and hardware from staging areas to installation location.
- Responsible for loading and/or unloading trucks manually or with motorized lifts. The Sprinkler/Alarm Apprentice will not be allowed to operate lifts until properly trained.
- Measuring, cutting and grooving sprinkler pipe to specifications.
- Cutting and drilling penetrations through walls and floors for pipe installation.
- Inspecting tools, cords and ladder/lifts as needed and per Foreman’s direction.
- Assisting with inventory of construction materials on job sights and office/shop areas.
- Maintaining a clean job site that includes tasks like sweeping, picking up loose materials, cleaning and organizing the work area, removing shavings from oiler, replacing threading machine cardboard/plywood, wiping down oil spray or other tasks as needed or directed.
- Complete basic troubleshooting of wiring, devices, and control panels.
- Reading blueprints.
- Driving company vehicles.
- Climbing ladders to assist with installation of sprinkler pipe.
- Compliance with any stipulations set by the General contractor enabling onsite installation
- Studying and testing to meet the Apprenticeship Program requirements and time sensitive benchmarks.
- Apprentices may be asked to install larger or specific portions of the sprinkler project under the supervision of a Project Foreman.
- This position could require overnight travel with the possibility of extended stays out of the local area.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to travel and have a flexible work schedule.
- Team oriented focus.
- Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Ability to lift minimum of 50 lbs.
- Ability to work at excessive heights.
- Ability to walk and maneuver self around construction job sites and climb ladders.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull heavy pipe daily (10-40 lbs frequently and 50-75 lbs occasionally).
- Bending and squatting frequently and for long periods of time.
- Reaching and performing work above shoulder level frequently and for long periods of time.
- Ability to withstand occasional exposure to hot, cold, and/or inclement weather on job sites.
- Ability to wear PPE such as steel toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glass, safety harnesses, and hard hats occasionally on job sites.
- $18 - $22 hourly DOE
- 5.24.2026
- Excellent pay
- Medical, dental, vision
- Company paid life insurance
- Company paid short-term disability
- 401K with employer match
- Paid vacation and company holidays
- Training and Career Development
- Company vehicle (if job applicable)
- Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees
Salary : $18 - $22