Apprenticeship – Sprinkler Fitter Open Shop | Washington Career Paths

SPRINKLER FITTER

Open Shop

Sprinkler fitters are pipefitter specialists in fire protection. They install, test, inspect, and maintain all types of fire suppression systems in residential and commercial buildings as well as heavy industrial plants.

SELECT AN APPRENTICESHIP LOCATION

Inland Empire Fire Protection

Step 1: Verify Eligibility

Required Qualifications

18 years of age
High school diploma/GED
Physically able
Current, valid Washington State driver’s license
Dependable transportation
Pass drug screen test and background check

Step 2: Apply

Apply

Contact Inland Empire Fire Protection Inc. office to obtain application
Submit application along with copy of DD-214, driver’s license, and proof of education
Complete interview
* Veterans with relevant training may qualify for direct entry into apprenticeship program

Applicant Pool

Placed in pool of eligible applicants
Ranked based on experience, training, and interview
Offered employment based on rank order

Step 3: Start

Apprenticeship

8,000-10,000 hours / 4-5 years on-the-job training
Minimum of 144 hours of education each year at IEFP office and through online training

Wages

Start at 55% of current journeyperson’s rate.
Gain 3-10% pay increase after every 1,000 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6 months) plus required schooling.
Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program and passing the examination.

Starting Hourly Base Rate:
$14.30 + Benefits + Optional Housing Allowance
Housing allowance can be found using the GI Bill® Comparison Tool

SEARCH SCHOOL NAME: INLAND EMPIRE FIRE PROTECTION INC

Inland Fire Protection

Step 1: Verify Eligibility

Required Qualifications

18 years of age
High school diploma/GED
Physically able
Pass drug screen test and background check

Step 2: Apply

Apply

Contact Yakima or Wenatchee office to apply
Provide copy of DD-214, resume, and proof of age and education
Complete interview
Offered employment based on application and interview

Step 3: Start

Apprenticeship

10,000 hours / 5 years on-the-job training
Minimum of 144 hours of education each year through online training

Wages

Start at 66% of current journeyperson’s rate.
Gain 3-4% pay increase after every 1,000 hours of on-the-job training (approx. 6 months) plus required schooling.
Full 100% journeyperson’s pay after completing the program.

Starting Hourly Base Rate:
$12.00 + Benefits + Optional Housing Allowance
Housing allowance can be found using the GI Bill® Comparison Tool

SEARCH SCHOOL NAME: INLAND FIRE PROTECTION INC

Calculate Starting Pay With GI Bill ®

Estimated Wage Calculator

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*Contact union local for updated wage information.

GI Bill Usage Breakdown:
100% - 1-6 months
80% - 6-12 months
60% - 12-18 months
40% - 18-24 months
20% - 24-30 months
*Usage Optional

Eligible veterans in an approved Apprenticeship Program can use their GI Bill® benefit and receive a tax-free stipend on a monthly basis. The Post 9/11 GI Bill® stipend is the equivalent of the Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) of an E-5 with dependents (based on the zip code of the training facility) which is paid addition to normal wages. Refer to the chart below to understand how Post 9/11 GI Bill® benefits are paid, or consult the VA website www.benefits.va.gov/gibill (Link) to see how other VA chapters are paid for Apprenticeship Training.