No Experience Required. Start a Career, Not Just Another Job.
Are you looking for a career with long-term stability, excellent pay potential, and opportunities to grow? Wiginton Fire Systems is looking for motivated individuals to join our team as Fire Sprinkler Apprentices in Fort Myers.
If you're dependable, enjoy working with your hands, and aren't afraid of hard work, we'll provide the training you need to build a successful career in the fire protection industry.
For more than 55 years, Wiginton Fire Systems has been protecting lives and property throughout the Southeast. As a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company, every employee has the opportunity to share in our success while building a rewarding career. This isn't just a job. It's your opportunity to learn a skilled trade that's always in demand.
What You'll Do
As a Fire Sprinkler Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced technicians and foremen while learning the installation, service, and repair of commercial fire sprinkler systems.
You'll learn how to:
- Install fire sprinkler piping and components.
- Read blueprints and job drawings.
- Safely use hand and power tools.
- Assist with inspections, testing, and repairs.
- Load, unload, and organize materials and equipment.
- Work safely on construction sites and in occupied buildings.
- Follow company safety policies and industry standards.
- Build the knowledge and skills needed to become a licensed Fire Sprinkler Journeyman.
Fully Paid Apprenticeship Program
Wiginton proudly offers a four-year, company-paid apprenticeship program designed to help you build a lifelong career.
Our program includes:
- 100% company-paid apprenticeship tuition
- Paid on-the-job training
- Experienced mentors who invest in your success
- Pay evaluations every 6 months based on your progress and performance
- Opportunity to earn your Fire Sprinkler Journeyman certification
- Clear career paths into leadership, service, inspections, sales, project management, and more
Many of our supervisors, managers, and leaders started exactly where you are today.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
- Able to lift up to 75 pounds
- Comfortable working at heights and on ladders
- Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Mechanically inclined with a strong willingness to learn
- Dependable with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
No previous fire sprinkler experience is required. We'll teach you everything you need to know.
Why Join Wiginton?
When you join Wiginton Fire Systems, you're joining a company that believes in developing people from within.
We Offer
- 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) with company-funded retirement contributions
- Competitive starting pay with regular advancement opportunities
- Pay evaluations every six months during the apprenticeship
- Company-paid apprenticeship program
- Paid, hands-on training from experienced professionals
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Employee referral bonus program
- Company-provided uniforms
- Professional development and continuing education
- Stable, year-round employment with an established industry leader
- Opportunities for advancement into technician, foreman, inspector, superintendent, sales, and management roles
Schedule
- Full-time
- Monday through Friday
- Overtime available as business needs require
About Wiginton Fire Systems
Since 1967, Wiginton Fire Systems has been protecting lives and property through the design, installation, inspection, service, and maintenance of fire protection systems throughout the Southeast.
As a 100% employee-owned company, every employee has a stake in our success. We believe in investing in our people, promoting from within, and helping our employees build careers that last a lifetime.
If you're ready to learn a valuable trade, earn while you learn, and build a future with a company that invests in you, apply today.
