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Continental Fire Sprinkler Company

Job Training Program

Job Training All branchesDefense Industrial BaseNational Security
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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
91 - 120 days
Locations
1 location in Nebraska
Job locations
Nebraska
Career field
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Transportation and Material Moving, Business and Financial Operations, Office and Administrative Support, Architecture and Engineering, Construction and Extraction, Computer and Mathematical, Sales and Related, Management
Target MOS/ratings
All
Nearest installation
Offutt AFB

About the program

The CFSC 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. CFSC 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 Continental Fire Sprinkler Company.

Jobs this program prepares you for

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.

Eligibility & prerequisites

The construction industry is extremely schedule and deadline driven which requires participants to employ effective intelligence, strong time management and communication skills, possess drive, and display adaptability to unique situations. We are looking for resilient candidates that have a curious mind and are not afraid to ask questions, exhibit integrity, promote team-ability and be humble enough to learn from mistakes

Continental Fire Sprinkler Company (CFSC), a subsidiary of Kiewit, is an authorized SkillBridge Program under the Department of Defense (DOD) Instruction 1322.29 to support transitioning our Service Members into the civilian workforce and deliver training, development and employment opportunities during the last 90-120 days of service. We are a full-service fire suppression company that designs, installs, services, and inspects fire protection and fire alarm and detection systems with the highest commitment to customer safety and satisfaction. CFSC has the expertise and resources to handle every aspect of fire alarm and detection for any size project. Our professionals are among the most qualified and capable in the industry, allowing us to offer a full spectrum of services. With talented people and extensive resources, CFSC has completed a wide range of projects within 46 different states throughout the nation since 1971. Military personnel who have spent years protecting our country often find positions within the Life Safety industry to be a natural outlet for their protective instincts and training. Continental Fire Sprinkler Company’s SkillBridge program will give them an introduction and initial training to launch their civilian career.

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