What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Protection Pre-Apprentice position at Dave Jones?
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Our office is located at:
2225 Kilgust Road
Madison, WI 53713
At Dave Jones, we’re not just a full-service mechanical subcontractor—we’re a team dedicated to building careers that thrive. We specialize in plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and fire sprinkler installations for residential and commercial projects! We also offer a complete service department for Southern Wisconsin capable of handling projects of any size!
Our Core Values—Customer Focused, Excellence, Family, Forward Thinking, Giving Back, and Work Hard, Play Hard—drive everything we do. If you're humble, hungry, and smart, and you're looking to grow in an exciting new construction environment, we want you on our team. Join us at Dave Jones, where your career can reach new heights while working on projects big and small.
Job Summary:
As a Fire Protection Pre-Apprentice, you will assist Journeyman Sprinkler Fitters by loading and unloading equipment, operating hand and power tools, and helping with the assembly, installation, and repair of pipes, fittings, and related equipment. Additionally, you will support jobsite housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Position Description:
- Organize materials and maintain jobsites for safety and efficiency.
- Cut openings in structures for pipes and fittings using hand and power tools.
- Prepare pipe hangers for wall or ceiling mount installations.
- Caulk and foam interior and exterior penetrations for fire stopping and draft stopping.
- Assist with organizing and setting up testing equipment for inspections.
- Support and assist Journeyman Sprinkler Fitters, Apprentices, and demonstrate compliance with DJ Safety policies.
Licensing and Experience:
- Valid Driver’s License
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
Schedule:
- Four 10-hour days
- Overtime As Needed
- Year-Round Work
BENEFITS:
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Retirement / Savings Plan (401K) with Employer Match, Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Group Life Insurance, Voluntary Group Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Purchases and Discounts.
Dave Jones is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Dave Jones does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, physical of mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other legally protected status.
