What are the responsibilities and job description for the Union Apprentice position at International Fire Protection Inc.?
PROVIDING RIGHT SOLUTIONS FOR ALL FIRE PROTECTION NEEDS SINCE 1990.
International Fire Protection (IFP) is an Alabama-based values driven fire suppression company. We have charted our history and legacy on our purpose of building meaningful relationships while making the world a safer place. Therefore, LIFE SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS, as such, we promise to be the trusted leader in fire protection, delivering the highest quality life safety solutions with commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence.
Benefits are through the local union organization.
Local 669 Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice
Sprinkler Fitters are pipefitting specialists in the fire protection industry and International Fire Protection is seeking qualified applicants for this position.
Job Responsibilities
- Learn to install, repair and maintain all types of fixed extinguishing systems, including underground piping
- Responsible for installing and servicing a variety of other fire protection equipment such as standpipes, carbon dioxide systems, halon systems, foam systems and dry chemical systems
- Travel within the state of Alabama to work on various locations/job sites; as necessary
- Comply with union collective bargaining agreement
Job Qualifications
- Willing to become a member of the UA Local Union 669 Sprinkler Fitters
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or GED required
- No prior experience is required
- Possess a valid driver’s license; in accordance with Company policy
- Willing to lift up to at least 50 pounds; with or without reasonable accommodation
- Willing to climb ladders; with or without reasonable accommodation
- Strong mechanical background is preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment; with or without reasonable accommodation
- Willing to pass a post-offer drug test and background check; if applicable
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
International Fire Protection is committed to complying with all laws prohibiting discrimination in employment and to providing equal employment opportunity to applicants and employees without discrimination on the basis of sex/gender, age, disability, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, military/veteran status, or other protected characteristics as defined by local, state, and federal law. In keeping with this commitment, International Fire Protection will provide reasonable accommodations in the application process to otherwise qualified applicants with a disability.
Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation of disability in connection with the application process should contact Talent Leader at 256-562-1311.
