fire sprinkler fitter

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Various locations
• Commercial
• Industrial
• Institutional
• Residential

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Install sprinkler heads and mount prepared pipe in supports
• Select, measure, cut, ream and thread pipe
• Instruct apprentices
• Connect piping systems to water mains, supply tanks, pumps, compressors and control equipment
• Install clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping system and sprinkler and fire protection equipment, using hand and power tools
• Installs valves, alarms and associated equipment
• Join pipes and piping sections using soldering and welding equipment
• Service and repair sprinkler system
• Supervise other workers
• Test system for leaks using air or liquid pressure equipment
• Cut openings for pipe in walls, floors and ceilings using hand or power tools or machines
• Install supports, valves, piping and control systems
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
• Remove and replace worn components and reactivate system

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Sprinkler System Installer Trade Certification
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills