Fire Sprinkler Foreman, Fitters, and Helpers

About Us

We are a full service, single-source contractor providing design, installation, service, and inspection of fire protection, suppression, sprinkler, and alarm systems. Taking a collaborative approach, our team works closely with clients to develop the right solutions to help ensure people, facilities, and overall businesses are prepared to survive and minimize a fire related event.

Job Summary

Job Title: Sprinkler Foreman

Job Summary: eTEC Fire Protection seeks a Sprinkler Foreman, Fitters, and helpers with experience in Commercial Construction in Richmond, Virginia. This position will work from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday -Friday.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead foreman for crew
• Select type and size of pipe and related materials according to job plans and specifications.
• Inspect work sites to determine presence of obstructions.
• Plan sequence of installation to avoid obstructions and activities of other construction workers.
• Cut pipe, using hacksaw, pipe cutters, hammer and chisel, cutting torch, and pipe cutting machine.
• Thread pipe, using threading machine.
• Bend pipe by hand or with pipe-bending machine.
• Assemble and install variety of metal and non-metal pipe and pipe fittings, including those made of brass, copper, and plastic.
• Join piping by means of threaded, grooved, or cemented joints.
• Secure pipes to structure with clamps, brackets, and hangers, using hand tools.
• Test piping system for leaks by increasing pressure in pipes and observing gauges attached to pipes for indication of leaks.
• Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
• Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
• Lift and carry objects of varying weights
• Detect, recognize and respond to dangerous conditions or situations.

Qualifications:

Successful candidates will have the following skills, knowledge and experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree GED.
• Prior supervisory experience is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to use power tools and equipment commonly used in the construction trade in a safe manner.
• Physical activities including standing, balancing, climbing stairs and ladders, walking and ability to lift up to 50 lbs. are required.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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