Fire Sprinkler Apprentice

Description

About FireTron, Inc.

FireTron is a premier provider of life safety systems, offering fire alarm, fire sprinkler, and sound and communication solutions designed to protect people, property, and assets. Headquartered in the Houston Metro Area, FireTron combines cutting-edge technology with decades of expertise to deliver reliable, compliant, and comprehensive protection.

With over 35 years in business, FireTron has grown to become the largest independently owned fire and life safety company in Texas. Our services include sales, design, installation, inspection, and maintenance of a wide range of fire and life safety and integrated systems, serving clients across Houston, Austin, Dallas–Fort Worth, College Station, and the Coastal Bend markets.

FireTron continues to set the standard for safety, reliability, and innovation across Texas, protecting people and property statewide.

Position Overview

This entry level position is considered a trainee who is learning the mechanics of fire sprinkler systems. This position will assist with the performance of routine inspections, testing, and preventative maintenance and repair of fire sprinkler systems under direct supervision. In addition, this role will support the diagnosis and evaluation of systems that require servicing as well as troubleshooting issues that arise during inspections under direct supervision. This position may install and test fire sprinkler systems under the close guidance of a Fire Sprinkler Technician. Position receives guidance and direction regarding day-to-day work tasks from a Fire Sprinkler Technician.

Requirements

Physical & Safety Requirements

• Hand tool, power tool knowledge is required.
• Be available to support technicians.
• Must be able to provide detailed notes on work orders daily.
• Must have the ability to read a set of Fire Sprinkler prints and install accordingly.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Must be able to perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding, high lift equipment, working in ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• After-hours overtime and weekend work as needed based on customer demands.
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Successful completion of a drug test and pre-employment background screening is required. MVR checks are required for all driving positions.

Why Work for FireTron

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and 401(k).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Stable, family-oriented company with 35+ years of growth and success.

Pay

• $20hr - 23hr. Dependent on experience.