Fire Sprinkler Apprentice

The Hiller Companies, LLC has an immediate opening for Fire Sprinkler Apprentice.  If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for fire protection and safety, we invite you to apply today.

The Hiller Companies is a leading provider of fire protection and safety solutions, dedicated to safeguarding lives and property all around the world.  Headquartered in Mobile, Alabama, Hiller extends its reach globally as well as in domestic markets with offices across the United States.  With over 100 years in the industry, our mission is to ensure the highest standard of safety and innovation in comprehensive fire protection services, including installation, inspection, maintenance and repair of critical fire and life safety equipment.  Our team remains laser-focused on one goal - making the world a safer place.

· Assist senior technicians in performing routine inspections, testing, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems.

· Handle tools, testing equipment, and materials under supervision.

· Assist with inspecting sprinkler heads, valves, piping, gauges, and other system components for proper condition and operation.

· Support the testing of waterflow switches, tamper switches, main drains, inspector's test connections, and other system components.

· Assist with routine maintenance and minor repairs, including replacing defective components as directed by senior technicians.

· Work closely with senior technicians to ensure inspections, testing, and maintenance activities are completed efficiently and accurately.

· Follow instructions and procedures provided by supervisors and experienced technicians.

· Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate daily assignments and service activities.

· Assist in identifying and documenting deficiencies discovered during inspections and testing.

· Assist in reviewing inspection reports, service histories, and available system documentation.

· Prepare work areas by ensuring safe and appropriate access to sprinkler system components.

· Gather and organize necessary tools, testing equipment, replacement parts, and materials.

· Assist with completing inspection reports, documenting test results, and recording deficiencies accurately.

· Adhere to company safety policies and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

· Follow applicable NFPA standards, including NFPA 25, and local fire codes and regulations.

· Follow proper procedures when isolating, draining, testing, and restoring fire sprinkler systems under supervision.

· Report safety concerns, system impairments, and hazardous conditions to senior technicians or supervisors.

· Ensure work areas are maintained in a clean, organized, and safe condition.

· Actively participate in training sessions and hands-on learning opportunities related to fire sprinkler inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair.

· Develop familiarity with wet, dry, preaction, and deluge sprinkler systems and their associated components.

· Learn proper inspection and testing procedures in accordance with NFPA 25 and applicable requirements.

· Develop the ability to identify common deficiencies, recognize system impairments, and understand basic troubleshooting procedures.

· Work toward obtaining relevant industry certifications and qualifications as applicable.

· Seek guidance from senior technicians to continuously improve technical knowledge and field capabilities.

• Other Duties as Assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of a fire protection or plumbing vocational program is preferred.
• 6 months fire sprinkler experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, pipefitting, or construction is advantageous.
• Familiarity with hand and power tools commonly used in the industry
• Strong observational skills to ensure accurate installation according to specifications.
• Ability to follow instructions and guidelines precisely.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with team members.
• Availability to work some weekends and nights as needed.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of safety regulations and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Willingness to adhere to safety protocols and use protective equipment.

• While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and is occasionally required to lift and/or move heavy objects.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in various environments, including industrial facilities, commercial buildings and outdoor settings, which can potentially expose employees to noise, dust, heat stress, thermal stress, low light conditions, heights, etc.
• Capable of standing, walking, bending and kneeling for extended periods.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces as needed, which would require use of fall protection equipment and other safety devices.
• Capable of using hand and power tools, including specialty tools resulting in cutting, grinding, drilling, fastening and other methods resulting in torque, vibration, noise, etc.