The United Association’s Sprinkler Fitters Local 669 Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) is currently accepting applications for our apprenticeship program throughout the United States. The Apprenticeship Program is a five-year program with on the job training and a 19 Course correspondence through a nationally recognized college. Once you have entered the Apprenticeship Program and have completed your six-month probationary period you will become a member of Local 669. We encourage all to apply!

Nature of the Work

The principle function of a sprinkler fitter is the installation of fire protection systems. This includes:

• Underground supply piping, which is connected to an integrated overhead piping system for suppression of fire.
• Safety is first and foremost; therefore you will be trained in the care and proper use of tools and equipment associated with fire sprinkler installations.

Wage and Benefits

• The apprentice will receive an appropriate percentage of the Journeyman wage.
• The Sprinkler Fitter wage rate is negotiated state by state, based on the economic conditions of the state.
• Every six months of the Apprenticeship the apprentice’s records are reviewed to make sure that there is satisfactory progress both on-the-job and in the related training courses.
• Satisfactory progress means advancement to the next classification and a wage increase until the Apprentice completes the five-year program.
• All apprentices will participate in a Health and Welfare program that provides medical coverage and life insurance.
• Apprentice will start building a pension once they meet the requirements to begin participation.
• Both the Health & Welfare and Pension programs are among the finest in the construction industry.