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American Fire Protection Group

Fire Spinkler Fitter Apprentice - Fire Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice

Apprenticeship All branchesDefense Industrial BaseNational Security

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
91 - 120 days
Locations
2 locations in North Carolina, Tennessee
Job locations
Arkansas, Louisiana, North Carolina, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia
Career field
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
Target MOS/ratings
ALL
Nearest installation
Fort Campbell; Fort Bragg

About the program

Fire Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice. This position is an entry level role requiring weeks of hands-on training provided by the company. The training will involve classroom, directed field, and a significant amount of self-directed training and research. The Fire Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice will be expected to learn how to read construction and fire sprinkler installation drawings, understand applicable codes, work with actual field conditions, and troubleshoot installation conflicts.

Jobs this program prepares you for

The AFPG SkillBridge program is designed to provide training, while promoting opportunities to gain industry experience with a high probability of securing a job offer prior to exiting the military. Selected participants will perform in highly skilled roles consisting of intensive on the job training, networking, and mentorship opportunities. AFPG is a signatory UA Local 669 union contractor. UA Local 669 is the nationwide fire sprinkler union that covers most of the United States, with some exceptions in large cities. A successful candidate will have the opportunity to be sponsored into the union on behalf of American Fire Protection Group.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Locations available in: TEXAS - San Antonio, Dallas, Houston, Round Rock, College Station, Tyler, Texarkana NEW MEXICO - Albuquerque NORTH CAROLINA - High Point, Sunland TENNESSEE - Jackson LOUISIANA - Monroe ARKANSAS - North Little Rock VIRGINIA - Virginia Beach

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ