Apprentice Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Job summary

The apprentice will assist licensed fitters with the installation, modification, and maintenance of fire protection systems in commercial and industrial settings. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, assembling piping, and ensuring all work meets safety standards while traveling to various project sites.

Job details

D7 Mechanical LTD and D7 Pneumatics LLC are seeking motivated and safety-oriented Apprentice Fire Sprinkler Fitters who have already completed their first year of trade schooling and accumulated documented field hours toward their apprenticeship. This position offers the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience working on industrial, commercial, and mechanical projects across both Canada and the United States. The successful candidate will assist licensed sprinkler fitters with installation, modification, inspection, and maintenance of fire protection systems while continuing to build hours toward journeyperson certification. Key Responsibilities * Assist with installation of fire sprinkler piping systems in commercial and industrial environments * Support layout, measuring, cutting, threading, grooving, and assembly of sprinkler piping * Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications * Assist with system testing, inspections, and troubleshooting * Load, transport, and maintain tools and materials * Maintain clean and safe job sites * Follow all company safety policies and OSHA / provincial safety standards * Work alongside welders, millwrights, and mechanical crews when required * Travel to project sites across Canada and the United States as needed Minimum Requirements * Completion of Level 1 (or equivalent) Sprinkler Fitter Apprenticeship schooling * Documented apprenticeship field hours * Basic understanding of sprinkler system components and installation methods * Ability to read construction drawings * Valid driver’s license * Ability to travel for extended project assignments * Legally eligible to work in either Canada or the United States (or ability to obtain eligibility) * Strong commitment to workplace safety Preferred Qualifications * Experience working in industrial environments (sawmills, plants, manufacturing facilities) * Experience with grooved pipe systems and threaded pipe installation * Aerial lift / fall protection certifications * OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 (USA) * CSTS, WHMIS, or equivalent safety certifications (Canada) * Basic rigging experience Physical Requirements * Ability to lift 50+ lbs * Work at heights using lifts and ladders * Work in indoor and outdoor environments * Stand, kneel, climb, and work overhead for extended periods What D7 Offers * Competitive hourly wages based on apprenticeship level and experience * Opportunity to work on projects across Canada and the United States * Exposure to industrial mechanical environments beyond sprinkler-only scopes * Steady project-based employment opportunities * Support toward apprenticeship progression and certification * Opportunity for advancement within D7 Mechanical LTD and D7 Pneumatics LLC

What you’ll do

The apprentice will assist licensed fitters with the installation, modification, and maintenance of fire protection systems in commercial and industrial settings. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, assembling piping, and ensuring all work meets safety standards while traveling to various project sites.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed Level 1 sprinkler fitter apprenticeship schooling and possess documented field hours. A valid driver's license and the ability to travel for extended project assignments are mandatory.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wages
• Opportunity for advancement
• Apprenticeship progression support

Listed skills

• Organization · Preferred
• materials · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Occupational safety · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Fire sprinkler installation
• Blueprint reading
• Piping assembly
• System testing
• Troubleshooting
• Pipe threading
• Pipe grooving
• Safety compliance
• Rigging
• Aerial lift operation
• Fall protection
• Construction drawings interpretation

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Manufacturing
• Energy
• Security & Safety