Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice

Build a Career in Fire Protection

Ryan Fire Protection is hiring Apprentices for our comprehensive five-year, paid training program designed to help you earn while you learn. This opportunity offers hands-on field experience combined with 19 courses through a nationally recognized university, ensuring you are fully prepared for a long-term career in the industry.

About the Role

As a Sprinkler Apprentice, you will be part of a team dedicated to fire protection systems. The role is physically demanding and requires the ability to work at heights, specifically being tied-off in a boom lift. You must be physically fit to perform the work and willing to travel as needed for project assignments.

The program is structured to advance your skills systematically. You will receive regular raises every six months as you progress through the classes, with the ultimate goal of training you to become a Foreman. While the starting pay is $25.35/hour, candidates with a bachelor's degree, military experience, or prior experience in plumbing, HVAC, electrical, or other commercial construction trades may start at a higher rate. The program culminates in a Foreman salary of $54.00/hour, surpassing the standard Journeyman rate of $51.22/hour.

What We Offer

We provide a robust support system to ensure your success and well-being:

• Full insurance benefits and a pension at no cost to you or your dependents.
• A structured path for raises and career advancement.
• Comprehensive training to transition from an apprentice to a Foreman.
• Opportunities for travel to various project sites.

Hiring Process

To join our team, candidates must meet the following non-negotiable requirements:

• Hold a high school diploma or GED.
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Pass a drug test and a physical examination.
• Be willing to travel and comfortable working at heights.

Successful applicants will enter the five-year program, progressing through ten classes with pay increases every six months, starting at $25.35/hour and advancing through the scale to reach the Foreman level.