Sprinkler Mechanic Assistant

Sprinkler Mechanic Assistant

This position will be responsible to assist in the repairs and installation of wet, dry, pre-action and deluge fire protection piping, valves and accessories for commercial, some residential buildings, and industrial applications in compliance with current codes.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist Sprinkler Service Technician and/or Foreman with service, trouble-shooting and installing fire sprinkler systems.
• Assist with threading and grooving pipe, cutting hanger rods, hanging pipe, replacing valves and tearing apart and rebuilding valves.
• Report any deficiencies found in our system: Building Reports (BR).
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Able to read blueprints
• Experience using power and hand tools
• Positive customer relations experience and skills.
• Good communication skills
• Must have a positive and respectful attitude and maintain good working relationships with management staff and employees.
• Must maintain good driving record (insurable through our insurance carrier) for driving to/from job sites.
• Willing to continue to learn and grow with new technology.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 1 -2 years’ experience within the sprinkler industry preferred
• Familiar with wet, dry pre-action and deluge systems preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Able to obtain Maryland and Virginia security technician license as required. Paid for by ARK.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds at times