Apartments and homes are now being included thanks to life-safety awareness. The job requires a person with the ability to carry heavy pieces of pipe, tools, and/or materials. To have the ability to work in high places, in ditches, and to have the manual dexterity to handle the tools of the trade.

The SPRINKLER FITTER reads and interprets blueprints, installs, repairs, and performs maintenance on all types of fixed piping Fire Suppression Systems. The work is hard, and requires the DEDICATION of an intelligent and reliable person who is able to make a commitment to a very rewarding Career; both in personal satisfaction and financial capabilities.

Working Conditions:
SPRINKLER FITTERS work hard, in all types of weather, standing, walking, climbing, lifting, bending, kneeling, stretching. Unloading materials, working high, and rigging are also included.

Recommended Courses: 
Basic math, algebra I & II, geometry, science, blueprint reading, and mechanical drawing.

Terms of Apprenticeship: 
Five year/10,000 hours on the job training, a MINIMUM of 144 hours classroom training per year.

General Qualifications:
Age: Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
High School graduate or equivalent.
Good physical condition (able to do work of the trade).
 

Mr. Joseph R. Mathews, Training Coordinator
Telephone (215) 673-9565
Fax (215) 673-9598

email us at: local692jatc@verizon.net

National Fire Sprinkler Association

Mr. Michelle Borkowski
Phone (412) 931-2241
Fax (412) 931-6189