# Fire Spinkler Fitter Apprentice

Provider: [American Fire Protection Group](https://programs.cccareers.org/providers/american-fire-protection-group)

- Program type: Apprenticeship
- Branches: All branches
- Format: In person
- Length: 91 - 120 days
- Locations: North Little Rock, AR; Albuquerque, NM; San Antonio, TX; Virginia Beach, VA
- Website: https://www.afpgusa.com
- Contact: Justin Hrusovsky, justin.hrusovsky@afpgusa.us
- Page: https://programs.cccareers.org/programs/american-fire-protection-group-fire-spinkler-fitter-apprentice-m3zidn

## Summary

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.

## Job description

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.

## Locations

- North Little Rock, AR, 72099 (near Little Rock AFB)
- Albuquerque, NM, 87123 (near Kirtland AFB)
- San Antonio, TX, 78234 (near Joint Base San Antonio)
- Virginia Beach, VA, 23450 (near Naval Station Norfolk)

Source: public DoD SkillBridge listings via CCC Programs. Confirm details with the provider and your chain of command.