Sprinkler Fitter at S Fire, Inc.'s Fire Sprinkler Fitter Apprenticeship Program
at S Fire, Inc.'s Fire Sprinkler Fitter Apprenticeship Program in Newhall, CA
About This Program
S Fire, Inc.'s Fire Sprinkler Fitter Apprenticeship Program sponsors a non-union sprinkler fitter apprenticeship based in Newhall, CA. This employer-sponsored program offers individuals in the Santa Clarita Valley and surrounding areas a structured path into the fire protection trades without a union affiliation requirement.
The program runs for five years and combines 8,000 hours of on-the-job training with 576 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices learn directly from experienced sprinkler fitters, gaining practical skills in the installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems for residential and commercial applications. Technical instruction covers pipefitting, hydraulic system design, NFPA fire codes, blueprint reading, and job site safety. Apprentices earn wages throughout the program.
Successfully completing this apprenticeship qualifies graduates as journey-level sprinkler fitters, with practical skills applicable across the fire protection industry. Growing demand for fire sprinkler installation driven by California building codes positions qualified graduates well for stable, long-term employment in the region.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$30
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
576
Duration
5 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
How to Apply
Plumber Career Outlook
National Median
$30.46/hr
~$63,356.8/yr
Apprentice Start
$15/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Plumber employment is projected to grow steadily, driven by new construction, building renovation, and the need to replace aging water infrastructure. Water efficiency regulations and green building standards are creating additional demand for skilled plumbers. The trade consistently ranks among the hardest positions for employers to fill, indicating strong job security.
What to Expect as a Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice
Duration
5 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~32 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
576 hours of related technical instruction (~115 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
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