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Tesla

Sprinkler Fitter, Energy

Tesla, Sparks, NV, United States


As a Fire Sprinkler Piping Technician with the new Construction team, you will have the opportunity to work on all phases of commercial construction: Skills in all areas of piping are not necessarily required. The job can and will involve a variety of piping disciplines and a strong candidate will be able to perform a variety of pipe fabrication and installation activities.

Responsibilities

  • Working as a team with the entire Construction department, the Fire Sprinkler Technician performs the new installation of sprinkler piping, stand-pipes, supports, racks, related panels, and devices
  • Pressure testing and troubleshooting fire sprinkler piping and components
  • Uses fire sprinkler shop drawings to plan work scopes, install requested improvements, as well as troubleshoot and correct problems as they are discovered
  • Performs a wide variety of job scopes, from planning and execution to clean-up and material handling
  • Displays positive attitudes and practices good work ethics that reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of the company
  • Complete tasks in a timely manner and provide feedback
Requirements
  • Minimum of 1+ years of experience as a Fire Sprinkler Fitter apprentice or completion of a relevant training program
  • Ability and desire to pursue obtaining a Fire Marshal's Class "G" and "I" license within 3 months of employment is a plus but not required (Journeyman)
  • Proficiency in using hand tools, pipe threaders, Groovers, aerial lifts, and fall protection equipment
  • Ability to interpret piping prints, Life Safety drawings, specifications, and shop/fabrication drawings
  • Strong knowledge in installing and troubleshooting Fire Sprinkler systems, including wet, dry, pre-action, deluge, water mist, and foam systems
  • Knowledge of sprinkler coverage and NFPA codes
  • Ability to produce parts lists, work plans, as-built drawings, and to test and commission all work per Tesla procedures and building department codes