Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Commissioning, Construction, Construction Drawings, Construction Support, Detail Oriented, Disability Insurance, Driver's License, Employee Assistance Plan, Health Plan, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), OSHA, Orthodontics, Payroll Tax, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Pumps, Regulatory Compliance, Retrofit, Stock Purchase Plans, System Integration (SI), System Start-Up, Systems Administration/Management, Testing, Vision Plan
Tesla is seeking a highly experienced Fire Sprinkler Fitter to support new construction, expansion, & retrofit projects across advanced manufacturing facilities. This role is heavily focused on installation, system integration, & construction execution with secondary responsibilities supporting commissioning, testing, & turnover. The Sprinkler Fitter will work within a fast-paced, high-volume industrial construction environment, installing & delivering code-compliant fire protection systems including wet, dry, preaction, deluge, foam, & underground fire mains. The ideal candidate is field-driven, detail-oriented, & capable of executing safely under aggressive schedules while maintaining strict adherence to NFPA standards & Tesla construction quality expectations.
- Interpreting construction drawings, BIM models, & NFPA specifications to install fire protection systems accurately
- Performing pipe fabrication & installation including cutting, threading, grooving, fitting, hangers, & seismic bracing
- Installing sprinkler systems (wet, dry, preaction, deluge, standpipes), underground fire mains, fire pumps, backflows, risers, & specialty valves
- Supporting system startup, commissioning, hydrostatic testing, flow testing, trip testing, & AHJ inspections
- Ensuring all installations meet NFPA 13, 14, 20, 24, 25, 291 standards, local AHJ requirements, & Tesla construction quality expectations while completing checklists, redlines, & turnover documentation
- Diagnosing & repairing installation-related issues, resolving punchlist items, & managing impairments during phased construction
- Operating safely in compliance with OSHA standards, site-specific safety protocols, LOTO procedures, elevated work, & confined space requirements
- Nevada State Fire Marshal G-Card & I-Card (or ability to obtain within reasonable time)
- 10+ years of experience in fire sprinkler installation with a construction focus
- Completion of a 5-year fire protection apprenticeship preferred
- Deep knowledge of NFPA 13, 24, 20, 25 & fire protection system hydraulics
- OSHA 10 certification (OSHA 30 strongly preferred)
- Ability to lift, carry, & maneuver 50+ lbs. While working safely at heights, in confined spaces, & physically demanding industrial construction environments
- Valid driver's license
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program