Spinkler Service/Piper Fitter Assistant

Summary: This position will be responsible for assisting in the repairs and installation of wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge fire protection piping, valves, and accessories for commercial, some residential buildings, and industrial applications in compliance with current codes.

Duties/Responsibilities: * Assist Sprinkler Service Technician and/or Foreman with service, troubleshooting, and installing fire sprinkler systems.

* Assist with threading and grooving pipe, cutting hanger rods, hanging pipe, replacing valves, and tearing apart and rebuilding valves.

* Report any deficiencies found in our system: Building Reports (BR). * Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

* Other duties as assigned Required Skills/Abilities: * Able to read blueprints * Experience using power and hand tools * Positive customer relations experience and skills.

* Good communication skills * Must have a positive and respectful attitude and maintain good working relationships with management staff and employees.

* Must maintain a good driving record (insurable through our insurance carrier) for driving to/from job sites.

* Willing to continue to learn and grow with new technology.

Education and Experience: * Minimum 1 -2 years experience within the sprinkler industry preferred * Familiar with wet, dry pre-action, and deluge systems * Valid drivers license * Able to obtain Maryland and Virginia security technician licenses as required.

Paid for by ARK.

Physical Requirements: * Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

* Must be able to lift to 15 pounds at times.

ARK offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including: * Medical Insurance * Vision Insurance * Dental Insurance * Short-Term Disability Insurance * Long-Term Disability Insurance * 401(k) Plan * Life Insurance * 9 Paid Holidays * Paid Vacation and Sick Leave * Employee Referral Program