Union 669 Fire Sprinkler Apprentice

Dedicated commitment to quality workmanship and customer service has allowed Flannery Fire Protection to proudly serve Southeast Wisconsin and Northern Illinois since 1990. We value respect and integrity and encourage everyone to exceed their personal and professional endeavors. We specialize in fire sprinkler design, installation, service, maintenance and inspections.

As a member of the Davis-Ulmer family of companies, we believe that investing and empowering our employees as leaders will develop an organization that delivers innovative solutions and services and create a superior customer experience. The unique blend of our leader's abilities and the ownership of their work, combined with our culture and values, creates something that is simply described as the Davis-Ulmer difference.

Union 669 Fire Sprinkler Apprentice

Insurance and other benefits through offered through Local 669 Union Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Description: Sprinkler Fitters are pipefitting specialists in the fire protection industry. This includes the installation and repair of fire sprinkler systems. We need a self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic. The apprentice will complete a 5 year formal NFSA apprenticeship program under the supervision of a foreman. This is a bargaining unit position, defined as a Building Trades classification by 669.

Essential Functions:

• Install, repair and maintain all types of fixed extinguishing systems, including underground piping

• Responsible for installing and servicing a variety of other fire protection equipment such as standpipes, carbon dioxide systems, halon systems, foam systems and dry chemical systems

• Travel within the United States to work on various locations/job sites as necessary

• 669 is called "Road Sprinkler Fitters" which includes road installation work on projects which may be months at a time in a state away from your home. You must be willing to travel if called upon.

• Comply with union collective bargaining agreement

• Responsible for operating safely

• Regular communication with job foreman and a willingness to learn from him/her.

• Must complete formal book work and study program for 5 years through NFSA apprenticeship program. Must attend JATC training sessions and union meetings.

Qualifications:

• Must become a member of the UA Local Union 669 Road Sprinkler Fitters

• At least 18 years old

• High school diploma OR GED required

• Honorable discharge from the military (if applicable)

• Possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record

• Willing to lift up to at least 50 pounds

• Willing to climb ladders

• Strong mechanical background is preferred

• Willingness to study and learn NFPA 13

• Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check

Davis-Ulmer and its subsidiaries are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

DAVIS-ULMER'S ENDURING PURPOSE: "To protect what you value most."

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.