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Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice

J. F. Ahern Co.

APPLETON, WIApprenticeshipSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
APPLETON, WI
Role Type
Apprenticeship
Work Authorization
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Job overview

J F Ahern Co is seeking applicants for a Sprinkler Fitter Apprenticeship in the Appleton and Green Bay areas. The five-year program combines on-the-job training with corresponding coursework while apprentices work alongside journeymen installing automatic fire protection systems. Candidates must meet age, education, driving-record, travel, screening, and physical requirements, and bring a mechanical background and a positive working and learning attitude.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Mechanical BackgroundSelf-StarterWorking and Learning AttitudeFast-Paced Construction WorkLifting and Climbing

Qualifications

Must Be 18+High School Diploma or EquivalentClean Driving RecordAble to TravelPass Drug ScreenPass PhysicalPass Background CheckPass Reference Checks5-Year Apprenticeship Program

Full job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Build Your Career with Ahern Your Apprenticeship is generally four to five years. Don't you want to complete it at a company that values your skills, respects your contributions, and offers opportunities for growth? With more than 145 years as a family-owned business, we've built a reputation as one of the best mechanical and fire protection contractors in the country. We pride ourselves on delivering unmatched quality and innovation while providing you with job stability and support. We have an exciting opportunity for aSprinkler Fitter Apprenticelocated in Appleton, WI. Why complete your Apprenticeship at Ahern? Learn from the Best: Gain hands-on experience and be mentored by industry experts who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and helping you succeed Top-of-the-Line Tools & Technology: We provide you with cutting-edge, new tools to help you excel Safety First: Your well-being is our top priority. We're committed to ensuring every employee leaves work as healthy as they arrived Exceptional Work Environment: You'll work on exciting, hands-on projects that make a real difference - saving lives, protecting the environment, and ensuring personal comfort and well-being Perks You Can See: As you progress in your career, field employees receive personalized, regularly upgraded Ahern vehicles(with your name on them!). This is just one of the many perks you have to look forward to How will you contribute: Ahern is seeking qualified applicants for the Sprinkler Fitter Apprenticeship program to work within the Appleton, WI, and Green Bay, WI areas. This is a 5-year apprenticeship program working side-by-side with a journeymen sprinkler fitter installing automatic fire protection systems. Your employment relationship will be governed by a collective bargaining agreement. Apprentices willcomplete on-the-job training and 5 years of corresponding coursework toward becoming a Journeyman Sprinkler Fitter. Upon completion of the apprenticeship program, Journeymen earn over double the apprentice hourly rate! What you need to qualify: Qualified candidates must be at least 18 years old, have a High School Diploma or equivalent, have a clean driving record to operate company vehicles, be able to travel for the position, and pass an appropriate drug screen and physical (the job entails a great deal of lifting and climbing). Successful candidates must be self-starters, have a strong mechanical background, have a good working and learning attitude, and be able to work in a fast-paced construction environment (both in and outdoors). Screening Requirements: Drug screen, background check, physical and reference checks. Click here to watch a short video about this position By joining Ahern, you'll gain the stability of a company that's been a leader in the industry... For full info follow application link. Ahern is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages veterans, women, minorities, and disabled to apply. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/D08AABD9309C497C

How this job compares

Set against the 1,221 open Apprentice jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 31, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • Wisconsin median$17–23/hr40 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 50 open Apprentice jobs in Wisconsin and 1,221 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Wisconsin
Experience
Apprentice postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (88 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 171 of the 1,221 open Apprentice jobs (14%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

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