Sprinkler Fitter

Position Description & Qualifications

Are you a self-starter always thinking of better ways to do things? Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team focused on providing top-quality services to customers? If yes, please keep reading! As a member of Serco’s dynamic team, your expertise and collaborative skills will make a positive impact towards our military defense and safety of our soldiers.

As the Royal Canadian Air Forces’ prime service provider at 5 Wing Goose Bay, Labrador, our team delivers comprehensive air operations, emergency services, logistics and engineering expertise to the Department of National Defence. We work on behalf of DND’s “no fail” mission at Goose Bay: supporting NORAD operations for the projection of air power on the north and northeast coasts of Canada, while supporting military training for the Canadian Armed Forces, Allies and NORAD. 5 Wing Goose Bay provides effective training facilities, adaptable infrastructures, and a unique, austere, and challenging training location. Currently, Serco Canada has over 1,200 employees across four provinces, including a strong and growing Indigenous workforce.

You will be part of a team that works closely with the military customer and other Serco teams to deliver quality and efficient services to DND. The Serco team has been recognized as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for 4 years in a row and received the prestigious Atlantic Canadian Aerospace and Defence Association. Industry Excellence Recognition Award for Gender and Diversity Excellence.

SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

• Lay out, install, repair, maintain, modify, inspect and test fire protection systems in a variety of buildings and settings. Including reading and interpreting engineered drawings, installing hangers and clamps to support the piping system, preparing the pipe, joining pipe using a variety of methods, installing associated equipment including cross-connection control, as well as maintaining, inspecting and testing all types of fire protection systems.
• This role requires expertise in handling all types of fire protection systems, including wet, dry, pre-action, foam, deluge, standpipe, clean agent, carbon dioxide, hybrid, antifreeze, and chemical fire suppression system.
• Ensure compliance with all Serco Canada Inc. policies and procedures, including but not limited to Code of Conduct and Ethics, Serco Management System, PDR’s, etc.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Layout and Installation: Plan and execute the layout and installation of fire protection systems according to specifications and building codes. Read and interpret specifications, scopes, sketches, or drawings to determine the layout of sprinkler systems.

• Repair and Maintenance: Perform regular maintenance and repairs on existing fire protection systems to ensure optimal functionality and compliance with safety standards.

• Cut, thread, assemble and bond pipes and tubes to ensure they pass fire safety inspections.
• Replace defective and outdated sprinklers.
• Design overhead sprinkler and hose systems, fire mains, underground systems, and underground closed valves.
• Solder and weld pipes, tubes and fittings designed for sprinkler systems.

• Modification: Modify existing fire protection systems to meet updated safety regulations or building requirements.
• Testing: Conduct thorough testing of fire protection systems to verify proper operation and compliance with safety standards.
• System Types: Work with a variety of fire protection systems, including wet, dry, pre-action, standpipe, clean agent, carbon dioxide, and dry chemical systems.
• Compliance: Ensure all work complies with local, provincial, and national fire safety regulations and standards.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of installations, repairs, modifications, and tests performed.
• Other related duties relevant to this position as may be required.
• Comply with all regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to the operations including occupational health and safety, environmental, drug and alcohol, and quality.

EDUCATION /CERTIFICATIONS:

• Red Seal Interprovincial Sprinkler Fitter.
• Possession of a valid NL Class 5 driver’s license is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Level II security clearance is required.
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening test.
• Possession of or the ability to obtain and maintain a Ramp Defensive Driving Course (DND/RDDC) certification to operate vehicles on the airfield is required.
• Provide a copy of drivers abstract.

KNOWLEDGE and EXPERENCE

• Proven experience as a Sprinkler Fitter or in a similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of fire protection systems and safety standards.
• Experience in installing and maintaining sprinkler fixtures and systems.
• Proficiency and knowledge in using power tools.
• Experience threading pipes for assembly.
• Understanding of basic mathematical concepts.
• Familiarity with mechanical systems.
• Sufficient computer/mobile device skills to support MS suite, electronic timekeeping and work order entries.
• Skills related to maintenance tasks.

Company Overview

Serco Canada Inc. strives to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves the Canadian Federal and Provincial governments and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of the posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple provinces, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us.

Serco complies with all applicable federal, provincial, and local leave laws This is a Canada-based role and this position is for an existing vacancy, unless stated otherwise in the job description. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [email protected].