Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Fire Sprinkler Fitter / Fire Sprinkler Mechanic

Job Description

This role focuses on installing, fitting, and maintaining fire sprinkler systems on mid-rise and high-rise construction projects. You will work with various types of pipe and fittings, operate specialized threading equipment, and help ensure that fire protection systems are installed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with blueprints and project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Install and fit screw pipe and groove pipe for fire sprinkler systems, including main lines and branch lines.
• Utilize a 300 machine to thread pipe accurately and efficiently as part of daily installation tasks.
• Install approximately 100 linear feet of main line per day while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Perform sprinkler fitting work, including setting sprinkler heads, assembling sprinkler pipe, and working with cast iron components.
• Assist in the installation and connection of fire pumps and related fire protection system components.
• Interpret and work from blueprints to lay out, measure, and install piping and sprinkler systems according to design specifications.
• Coordinate with plumbing and mechanical trades to ensure proper integration of fire sprinkler systems with other building systems.
• Inspect completed work to verify proper alignment, secure fittings, and compliance with applicable codes and project requirements.
• Maintain and use hand tools, equipment, and PPE correctly, ensuring tools are available and in good working condition each day.
• Follow all site safety procedures and maintain required physical certifications while working on active construction projects.

Essential Skills

• 8–10 years of experience in fire sprinkler fitting or as a fire sprinkler mechanic.
• Strong proficiency in sprinkler fitting, including installation of main lines, sprinkler heads, and associated piping.
• Ability to utilize a 300 machine for threading pipe and working with screw pipe and groove pipe.
• Hands-on experience with sprinkler pipe, cast iron pipe, and related fire protection system components.
• Demonstrated ability to install approximately 100 linear feet of main line per day while maintaining quality.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and apply them accurately in the field.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• SST 10 certification.
• Knowledge of fire pumps and fire protection systems and their integration into building infrastructure.
• Competence in using standard plumbing and mechanical hand tools safely and effectively.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on large, notable construction projects in an urban environment.
• Familiarity with mid-rise and high-rise building construction practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety on active job sites.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a coordinated installation team.
• Physical ability to perform tasks that require standing, lifting, and working at heights, with valid physical certifications as required by the site.

Why Work Here?

Join a leading sprinkler firm in New York City that delivers large, high-profile projects and offers a clear path to long-term employment. You will work on notable mid-rise and high-rise buildings, gain exposure to complex fire protection systems, and have the opportunity to transition to a permanent role after six months. The organization provides a structured holiday schedule, paid time off, and benefits, supporting a stable work-life balance and ongoing professional growth.

Work Environment

This role is based on mid-rise and high-rise construction projects across Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens. Typical work hours fall between early morning and mid-afternoon, with shifts generally starting around 6:00–7:00 a.m. and ending around 2:30–3:30 p.m., depending on project needs. You will work on active construction sites, often at heights and in varying weather conditions, using a range of hand tools and a 300 machine for pipe threading. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, and you are expected to bring and maintain your own hand tools and required physical certifications. The environment is fast-paced and safety-focused, with close coordination among multiple trades.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

\nCompany Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.