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Our Client is looking to hire on Apprentice Fitters to join their team!They have traditionally been a Fire Suppression Inspection company that has found a great niche with a massive client building Data centers throughout the country, and currently working on a high profile project in Monks Corner, SC.

Initially the apprentice must have a great mechanical aptitude, the ability, and drive to learn a trade and begin a new career! As an Apprentice you will learn the sprinkler fitting trade to eventually be able to do the following...

  • Overhead pipe installation, including: steel overhead sprinkler piping, wet, dry, pre-action and deluge, standpipe and hose systems.
  • Install and service underground pipe including: private service fire mains, hydrants, pits and underground control valves.
  • Install and service valves, devices and trim for system risers, alarm valves, dry pipe valves, pre-action and deluge valves, back-flow prevention devices, sprinkler system alarms.
  • Fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining piping, fixtures and equipment for gas, steam, hot water, fire sprinkler system or oil heating, cooling, lubricating and industrial processing systems.
  • Inspects installation of equipment such as lockers, heating and air conditioning units and lavatory facilities to ensure standard requirements.
  • Performs National Fire Protection Association Inspections.
  • Cut, thread, and hammer pipe to specifications, using tools such as saws, cutting torches, and pipe threaders and benders.
  • Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints.
  • Attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures, such as radiators or tanks, using brackets, clamps, tools or welding equipment.
  • Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipe lines, using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods.
  • Measure and mark pipes for cutting and threading.
  • Lay out full scale drawings of pipe systems, supports, and related equipment, following blueprints.
  • Plan pipe system layout, installation, or repair according to specifications.
  • Select pipe sizes and types and related materials, such as supports, hangers, and hydraulic cylinders, according to specifications.
  • Cut and bore holes in structures, such as bulkheads, decks, walls, and mains, prior to pipe installation, using hand and power tools.
  • Modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, and related machines and equipment, following specifications and using hand and power tools.


Qualifications:

  • Experience and knowledge of pipefitting is preferred
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Construction experience
  • Great attitude and good job tenure




About Aerotek:

We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.

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