Fire Suppression Sprinkler Installation Fitter
Location: Port St. Lucie / Treasure Coast, FL
What a Day Looks Like
You’ll arrive on site, review shop drawings and schedules, and map out the day with your Foreman. From there, you’ll cut, thread, groove, and assemble steel and CPVC piping; set hangers; and install wet, dry, deluge, and pre-action systems. As the build progresses, you’ll help place fire pumps, standpipes, underground fire mains, and hydrants—keeping every step aligned with NFPA standards and local codes.
Throughout the week, you’ll coordinate with Project Managers, Foremen, and General Contractors, join safety meetings, maintain your tools, and support inspections, testing, punch-lists, and closeout. Depending on the project, you may travel across the Treasure Coast and surrounding South Florida markets. When assigned, you’ll mentor apprentices and lead a crew to hit milestones safely and on time.
Why UV Fire Protection
- Three-year project backlog and stable, long-term work
- Clear path to Lead Fitter and Foreman roles
- Paid training and certification opportunities
- Weekly pay with overtime opportunities
- Per diem and lodging for qualifying travel assignments
- 401(k) program
- Paid holidays, PTO, and sick pay
- Maternity and paternity leave benefits
- Fast-growing Florida contractor that promotes from within
Core Responsibilities
- Install wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge sprinkler systems
- Interpret blueprints, shop drawings, specifications, and schedules
- Cut, thread, groove, and assemble steel and CPVC piping
- Install fire pumps, standpipes, underground mains, hydrants, and related equipment
- Modify, troubleshoot, inspect, and repair systems as needed
- Ensure all work complies with NFPA standards and local code
- Coordinate daily with PMs, Foremen, and GCs
- Participate in weekly safety meetings and maintain a safe jobsite
- Maintain tools and equipment for safe, efficient work
- Support inspections, testing, punch-list completion, and closeout
- Travel to assigned projects across the Treasure Coast and South Florida when needed
- Train and mentor helpers and apprentices; lead crews when assigned
Qualifications
Required
- 5+ years of fire sprinkler pipefitting experience
- Proven threading, grooving, and sprinkler pipe installation skills
- Working knowledge of NFPA codes and standards
- Ability to read construction plans and sprinkler drawings
- Strong understanding of sprinkler installation best practices
- Reliable transportation
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
- Ability to pass background screening requirements for school and government projects
- Ability to work overtime, alternate schedules, nights, or weekends as required
- Willingness to travel based on project needs
- Professionalism, strong work ethic, and attention to detail
Preferred
- School construction project experience
- Foreman or crew leadership background
- Military, federal, or government project experience
- NICET certification
- Leadership aspirations and desire to advance
Compensation
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Typical compensation range for this position is $20–$30/hour
- Higher compensation may be available for candidates with extensive fire sprinkler installation experience, leadership experience, NICET certifications, or specialized project backgrounds
- Overtime opportunities available
Tools & Tech
Proficiencies
- Pipefitting Skills
- CPVC
- Fire Sprinkler
- Pipefitting
Join UV Fire Protection and help safeguard Florida’s communities while building a long-term career.