Fire Sprinkler Mechanic

Company: A & F Fire Protection Co., Inc.
Location: West Babylon
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description Growing Fire Sprinkler Company seeks Mechanics for immediate hire. With over 50 years in business, we are currently looking to add competent and responsible individuals to our expanding workforce. We look to provide employees with the opportunity to succeed and create a working environment which promotes low turn-over and opportunities for advancement. Work is performed in the 5 boroughs of New York City, Long Island (Nassau and Suffolk), and other areas in the region as needed. Private and Prevailing Wage work available in for qualified mechanics Applicants should have a working knowledge and experience with: - Reading plans and installing in accordance with engineered designs - Threading and installing threaded pipe - Grooving pipe and installing mechanical fittings - Field fit-up including measuring, cutting, and installing precise mechanical systems - Installation and start-up of fire pumps as part of a sprinkler system - Pipe risers, Siamese, and Control Valve lay-out and installation - Job site maintenance, including mobilization, de-mobilization, maintaining a clean work site and following proper procedures - OSHA and NYC Safety Standards (OSHA 30/40 and NYC SST Supervisor) Successful applicants should also possess: - The ability to identify deviations from a plan and the need for change orders - A sense of responsibility required to review work and execute on a timeline - The ability and/or experience supervising other workers (helpers) on a jobsite - The understanding of field conditions and how they impact the ability to work - Strong communication skills, both verbally and written - An understanding of piping systems, particularly fire sprinkler systems (i.e. dry vs. wet systems, pre-action, etc.) - Exceptional candidate will have knowledge of fire sprinkler systems and experience installing like kind systems - Familiarity with NFPA codification and requirements is favorable but not required Mechanics are classified in various levels based upon experience and capability; we ask that experienced mechanics of all levels apply. We are a union company and provide new employees with the opportunity to become union members. Union benefits include a security fund, medical and dental coverage, and paid vacation and holidays. Compensation is commensurate with experience and capability. Clean driver---s license preferred. Position is hourly, based upon union agreement wages plus the opportunity to work on prevailing wage projects as well. This position is based on a regular 40 hour work week, with an opportunity for overtime as it arises. Prevailing wage assignments are not guaranteed. Please forward resumes and at least three (3) professional references. Company Description A & F Fire Protection Co., Inc. is a fire sprinkler and fire standpipe contractor offering full turnkey service including design, fabrication, installation, service and approvals. Founded in 1971, A & F Fire Protection Co., Inc. is a 2nd generation family business licensed in Nassau, Suffolk, New York City, New Jersey and Florida. Established in Massapequa, New York as one of the industry---s premier providers of fire and life safety, A & F Fire Protection Co., Inc. is dedicated to meeting the needs of our customers. We are committed to our integrated business and delivery model.

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