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Fire Protection Sprinkler Fitter - New Construction

National Association of Women in Construction, Henderson, NC, United States


Fire Protection Sprinkler Fitter
Position is full‑time, located in South Hill, VA (Richmond, VA or Boydton Sites). Until filled.

Summary/Objective
The Fire Protection Sprinkler Fitter is responsible for the installation and testing of automatic fire suppression systems within our new construction division.

Essential Functions

The Fire Protection Sprinkler Fitter reads and interprets drawings and specifications to determine layout requirements

Installs clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping system and sprinkler and fire protection equipment

Connects piping system to water mains, supply tanks, pumps, compressors and control equipment

Tests system for leaks using air or liquid pressure equipment

Trains and directs the day‑to‑day work of a Helper

Maintains appropriate documentation for the work performed

Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility
No

Required

2+ years of experience as a Fire Protection Sprinkler Fitter; or equivalent combination of vocational training and experience

Ability to interpret blueprints and architectural drawings

Knowledge of NFPA Standards

Must be able to multi‑task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail, and demonstrate problem‑solving skills

Must adhere to all company policy and procedures

Must be available, and have the means to report to multiple job sites as assigned

Work Environment

May work in varying temperatures; both inside and outside, including inclement weather, heat, humidity, cold, and dampness

May work in areas with exposure to moderate/high noise levels

May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including dust

May be required to work in confined spaces or from high heights

Physical Demands

This role routinely uses construction equipment such as heavy machinery, hand and power tools

While performing duties of the job the employee may work aloft, climb, bend, pull, reach overhead, stand/walk for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs.

Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms

Must be able to correctly identify all colors of a color-coded cable/wires and see close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus

Travel

May require travel

Preferred

4+ years as a Fire Protection Sprinkler Fitter on heavy commercial construction projects

Prior military experience

HS diploma or GED equivalent

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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, sex, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We do not sponsor work visas for new applicants.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

EOE/AAP/M/F/VEVRAA-Vet/Disabled

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