Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice

Ahern

Mechanical & fire‑protection contractor offering HVAC, plumbing, controls, sprinklers, alarms, fabrication.

5-year apprenticeship installing fire sprinkler systems with on-the-job training.

15 days ago ago

Entry-level

Apprenticeship

Des Moines, IA

Field

Company Size

1,700 Employees

Service Specialisms

Fire Protection

Mechanical Services

Pipe Fabrication

HVAC

Plumbing

Building Controls

Fire Sprinkler Systems

Fire Extinguishers

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

HVAC

Fire Protection & Life Safety

Plumbing

Building Control Systems

Preconstruction Services

Multi-Trade Modular Prefabrication

Industrial Fabrication

Role

Description

Requirements

Benefits

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
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
Top-of-the-Line Tools & Technology: We provide you with cutting-edge, new tools to help you excel
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

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

pass drug screening
pass physical exam

Company

Overview

$40M Revenue Growth

Revenue Increase

Achieved significant revenue growth following strategic investments in training and internal communications.

#3 Fire Protection

ENR Ranking

Ranked #3 in fire protection services by ENR (Engineering News-Record) in 2024.

#10 Sheet‑Metal

ENR Ranking

Ranked #10 in sheet-metal fabrication services by ENR (Engineering News-Record) in 2024.

Operates across the U.S. with 15+ offices, delivering mechanical systems and fire-protection services on major commercial and industrial sites.
Services span HVAC, plumbing, sheet-metal fabrication, building controls, fire sprinklers, alarms, and extinguishers.
Notable projects include high‑rise towers, data centers, healthcare facilities, and iconic structures like the Milwaukee Art Museum.
Founded in 1880 from a small plumbing and heating storefront in Fond du Lac, the company has grown into a national contractor.

Culture + Values

dedication to sustainability and social responsibility
pride in improving facilities with a positive environmental and community impact

Environment + Sustainability

#156 Environmental Firms

ENR Top 200 Ranking

Ranked #156 among ENR Top 200 Environmental Firms in 2024, up from #160 in 2022 and #193 in 2021, based on environmental services revenue.

50% Water Usage

Rainwater Supply Efficiency

Ahern Milwaukee office uses rainwater to supply 50% of its water usage, demonstrating innovative water conservation.

30% HVAC Efficiency

Energy Performance Improvement

HVAC efficiency improved by 30% at Ahern Milwaukee office, showcasing significant energy savings.

$21,000 Annual Savings

Energy Efficiency Investment

Corporate office expansion achieved estimated annual energy savings of $21,000, highlighting cost-effective sustainability initiatives.

Leading provider of sustainable design and construction with extensive involvement in LEED-certified projects.
Own facilities equipped with GPS-directed service fleet, reduce/reuse/recycle programs, optimized environmental control systems, reduced wastewater discharge and potable water demand.
LEED Gold certification for Fond du Lac headquarters and Milwaukee office.
Over 120 NICET-Certified professionals, 15 licensed PEs, 3 LEED APs on building energy solutions team.
Ahern Milwaukee office: 78% of construction waste recycled.
Ranked #156 among ENR Top 200 Environmental Firms in 2024 (up from #160 in 2022 and #193 in 2021) based on environmental services revenue.

Inclusion & Diversity

Data not publicly available on DEI strategy or gender-related statistics

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