Sprinkler Fitter, Energy
Job Category
Construction & Facilities
Location
Sparks, Nevada
Req. ID
227355
Job Type
Full-time
Tesla participates in the E-Verify Program
What to Expect What You’ll Bring
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.
What You’ll Do- 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
- 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
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.