Fire Fighter jobs in Knoxville, TN

Fire Sprinkler Helper

Division 4 Knoxville, TN

What does a Fire Sprinkler Apprentice with Century Fire Protection do?

• Work with a skilled Foreman to learn how to install fire sprinkler systems for industrial, commercial, and residential applications to protect and save lives
• Be part of a team of hardworking individuals who are passionate about fire protection and delivering the highest level of service
• Take pride when your crew completes a project
• Do the right thing and get the job done

What Makes Century Fire Protection So Different?

Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry! We have a commitment to employ and train fire protection experts who will take action and are entrusted to do their jobs resulting in the best solution for our customers.

Vision

We strive to be the leading full-service fire protection solutions provider that is continuously evolving. 

Mission

To have a positive impact on our employees, clients, and business partners by creating a goal-oriented work environment directed at understanding our client’s challenges and delivering the solutions they value.

Role on the Team (Job Responsibilities):

• The basic function of the Sprinkler Helper will be to work with and learn from the Sprinkler Fitter/Foreman on the installation of fire sprinkler systems.
• You will be trained in quality standards and working within the various codes and standards associated with fire sprinkler systems Interact with customers on a daily basis.
• Assist Fitter/Foreman on sprinkler install jobs, traveling to job sites as required by the specific assignment.
• Lay out and connect pipes using snap lock or wrench to tighten collar clamp.
• Attach revolving sprinkler heads to vertical pipes at designated points along pipeline.
• Communicate with foreman and/or superintendent any safety hazards and discrepancies found on job site.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Follow Safety rules and requirements.

Qualifications

• No prior fire protection experience required, just a demonstrated ability and desire to learn and help Good mechanical aptitude and works well with hands
• Willing to commute/travel to jobsites as needed
• Consistent attendance and punctuality
• Positive attitude and desire to learn and strive for success   
• Ability to perform work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as working within ducts, crawl spaces, climbing a ladder, outside in the heat or cold, on lift equipment, or dirty environments
• Ability to transport equipment and tools weighing up to 40 lbs
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen

Please apply if you think you have what it takes to serve others and deliver a world-class service when others need it the most. We are looking forward to discussing this opportunity with you.

What's In It For You

We believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer the following: 

• Competitive Pay
• Medical (3 plan choices)
• Dental (2 plans choices)
• Vision
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund Financial Grants
• Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident
• Company issued Laptop and/or Tablet
• Company Paid Training and Certifications 
• Referral Bonus (Employees receive $1,000 referral bonus for each person they refer to work at Century Fire Protection)

Build a Career that Burns Bright!

We support and hire Veterans and we are an Equal Opportunity Employer