Fire Sprinkler Fitter

About Us

Secur Fire Protection, Inc., a Fire Safety and Protection, LLC company, is an integrated building systems service provider providing building automation, fire and life safety systems and services to facilities throughout the Ottawa Carleton Region and surrounding areas.

About The Sprinkler Fitter Position

The basic function of the Fire Sprinkler Fitter will be to coordinate with the Labour Supervisor and Project Manager, ensuring all resources necessary for the successful completion of an assigned project are available and that the installation is of the highest quality and ensuring the customer is properly served. Our ideal candidate will be customer focused with an excellent safety record and be able to diligently lead a successful team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Labour Supervisor/Project Manager on the most efficient and cost-effective means of production possible for assigned and special projects.
• Assure quality and safety controls/practices that result in a safe work environment and projects that are superior in the quality of installation with zero-time loss due to accidents.
• Responsible for the care and use of all company issued vehicles, equipment and tools protecting the property from deterioration, damage, theft and see that the property is kept clean and properly maintained.
• Assure weekly timesheets are submitted to the Payroll Department on dates and times requested.
• Attend assigned pre-construction, coordination and job progress meetings as necessary to ensure complete understanding of our position on the project and to communicate all necessary information to the project team.
• Coordinate with the Labour Supervisor and the Project Manager making recommendations on the timing between the material delivery and project start is sufficient to satisfy the needs of the project schedule.
• Attend scheduled in-house meetings/training and contribute recommendations for improvement.
• Assist in the development and training of field personnel in good installation procedures in order to create and maintain a high degree of professionalism and safety practices.
• Provide technical consultation and support to company apprentices, technicians, designers and shop employees.
• Respond to other duties/responsibilities that are assigned by the Labour Supervisor and/or Project Manager from time-to-time.
• Submit written job progress reports on all assigned projects as requested by the Labor Supervisor.
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum of (5) years’ experience installing sprinkler/fire protection systems.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record and no DUI convictions
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and working in confined spaces. 'Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 60 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 60 feet, working within ducts, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
• Read and understand construction blueprints, diagrams, and specifications used in installation activities
• Ability to work flexible hours.
  
  

Benefits

Fire Safety and Protection (FSP) values our staff immensely and offers competitive benefits with this in mind:

• Extended Health Care
• Dental
• Vision
• LTD, STD
• Life Insurance
• EAP
• RRSP Matching
• Company Vehicle
• Fuel Card
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
  

Professional Development

Secure Fire Protection, a Fire Safety and Protection LLC company, is committed to providing opportunities for employee career advancement within the Fire and Life Safety Industry. As part of this commitment, we offer a tuition reimbursement program, which reimburses employees for all or some of the costs of obtaining certifications upon a passing grade including but not limited to, CFAA Fire Alarm Technician courses 1-5, theory and practical exam as well as study materials, conferences/seminars, and workshops related to the fire and life safety industry.

Health & Safety

The personal safety and health of each employee of our organization is of primary importance. We believe that our employees are our most important assets and that their safety is our greatest responsibility. It is Fire Safety and Protection, LLC’s objective to ensure a safe and productive working environment for all employees. At FSP we believe that illnesses and injuries can and must be prevented. We believe in empowering each employee to create and maintain a safe and healthy environment.

FSP Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.