Fire Sprinkler Apprentice

Fire Sprinkler Apprentice 
State Systems, Inc. 

North Little Rock, AR Office:     
5200 Northshore Drive, North Little Rock, AR  72118


Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
 

• The Fire Sprinkler Apprentice will assist experienced installers.
• The Fire Sprinkler Apprentice will conduct routine preventative maintenance on fire suppression systems.
• The Fire Sprinkler Apprentice will collaborate and learn proper installation and maintenance techniques.  

• Perform visual inspection of fire sprinkler and fire suppression systems.    
• Perform inspection of wet, dry, pre-action deluge and foam systems.
• Trip, observe and reset dry valves, read gauges and record information noting deficiencies and ensuring pressures are within acceptable levels.
• Execute water flow testing, exercise, turn and lubricate fire sprinkler system valves and run main drain tests on all risers.
• Verify proper communication with monitoring station when working on a monitored system.
• Complete system tests to verify fire sprinkler system devices are working properly.
• Complete reports and turn in to management.

     
Preferred Qualifications:
 

• 1-2 years of equivalent experience.
• Having a proven record of punctuality and attendance at work.     
• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand construction documents and specifications used for installation of fire sprinkler systems.
• Must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Willing and able to inspect and service all fire sprinkler systems.
• Ability to insect and test all types of fire pumps, including diesel and electric motors.
• Experience inspecting and testing foam systems preferred.          
• Backflow certification
• NICET     

     
Physical Demands:
 

• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 40 pounds.
• Must be able to push and pull items greater than 40 pounds, as needed.
• Ability to safely use and climb a ladder and reach a height of at least 24 feet.
• Ability to work comfortably on a regular basis at a height greater than 26 feet.
• Constant walking, standing, carrying/handling objects, climbing ladders and eye/hand/foot coordination.

Benefits We Offer:     

• Competitive starting wage     
• 401(k) / 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Voluntary insurance 
• Company vehicle (if applicable)      
• Boot allowance
• Logo attire     
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay 
• Professional development assistance
• Lead target bonus opportunities      
• Referral program
• Payment frequency: biweekly
• Accident & critical illness benefits 
• Hospital indemnity benefits 
• Pet insurance 
• Wellness benefits     

State Systems is committed to helping you achieve your best health & rewards you for taking part in a wellness program.   

An Equal Opportunity Employer: EEO/Drug Free/M/F/Disability/Veterans