Boise, ID

2026-04-27

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The Apprentice performs tasks at various job sites, including Rapid Fire Protection offices and/or shops. This position could require overnight travel with the possibility of extended stays out of local area. The Apprentice will be expected to use a variety hand and power tools. With proper training he or she will also become proficient with trade specific tools.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

* Picking and sorting of pipes, fittings and hardware associated with the building construction trades.
* Sorting and staging fire sprinkler pipe and materials.
* Cleaning and prepping sprinkler pipe for installation.
* Hauling pipe, fittings and hardware from staging areas to installation location.
* Load and/or unloading trucks manually or with motorized lifts. The Apprentice will not be allowed to operate lifts until properly trained.
* Measure, cut and groove sprinkler pipe to specifications.
* Cutting and drilling penetrations through walls and floors for pipe installation.
* Inspect tools, cords and ladder/lifts as needed per Foreman’s direction.
* Assist with inventory of construction materials on job sights and office/shop areas.
* Maintain a clean job site that could include sweeping, picking up loose materials, cleaning and organizing the work area, removing shavings from oiler, replacing threading machine cardboard/plywood, wiping down oil spray.
* Blueprint reading.
* Driving company vehicles (½ and ¾ ton pickups).
* Climbing ladders to assist with installation of sprinkler pipe
* Compliance with any stipulations set by the General contractor enabling onsite installation.
* Studying and testing to meet the Apprenticeship Program requirements and time sensitive benchmarks.
* Taking the initiative to install sprinkler pipe to a level of proficiency relative to their apprenticeship level.
* Advanced/competent Apprentices may get opportunities to run small projects under the supervision of the

Regional Labor Superintendent.

* Apprentices may be asked to install larger or specific portions of the sprinkler project under the supervision of a

Project Foreman.

Education/Qualification

* High school diploma or equivalent.
* Strong mechanical aptitude and proficiency in working with hand and power tools.
* Exceptional attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
* Comfortable working with a computer.
* Eagerness to learn and develop new skills in the field of fire sprinkler system installation.

Other Duties

* Ability to lift minimum of 50 lbs. and work at excessive heights up to and including 100 feet
* Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
* Ability to travel and have a flexible work schedule
* Team oriented focus
* Willing to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check

Physical Requirements

* Ability to walk and maneuver self around construction job sites and climb ladders occasionally.
* Ability to lift, push, and pull heavy pipe daily (10-40 lbs frequently and 50-75 lbs occasionally).
* Bending and squatting frequently and for long periods of time.
* Reaching and performing work above shoulder level frequently and for long periods of time.
* Ability to withstand occasional exposure to hot, cold, and/or inclement weather on job sites.
* Ability to wear PPE such as steel toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glass, safety harnesses, and hard hats occasionally on job sites.

Benefits And Perks

* Excellent pay
* Medical, dental, vision
* Company paid life insurance
* Company paid short-term disability
* 401K with employer match
* Paid vacation and company holidays
* Training and Career Development
* Company vehicle (if job applicable)
* Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Full-time

Not Applicable

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