Fire Sealant Applicator

📝 Job Description:

We are looking for a skilled Fire Sealant Applicator to join our fire protection team. The primary responsibility of this role is to apply fire-resistant sealants and materials around service penetrations, joints, and openings in walls, floors, and ceilings to maintain fire compartmentation in buildings. This position plays a vital role in ensuring compliance with fire safety standards and local regulations.

🔧 Key Responsibilities:

• Apply fire-rated sealants, foams, collars, wraps, and boards around penetrations and joints as per project specifications.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, cutting, and treating the areas before application.
• Read and understand firestopping plans, drawings, and method statements.
• Ensure that all applied products meet manufacturer and safety guidelines.
• Label and document each firestopping installation for inspection and quality control.
• Work closely with site supervisors, safety officers, and QA/QC teams to ensure compliance.
• Maintain tools and equipment and ensure safe storage and handling of materials.
• Follow strict health and safety procedures, especially when working at heights or in confined spaces.

✅ Requirements:

• Familiarity with different firestopping systems and UL-approved products.
• Ability to read technical drawings and understand specifications.
• Attention to detail and high standard of workmanship.
• Basic understanding of safety practices in construction and MEP environments.
• Physically fit and able to work in demanding conditions.

🎯 Preferred Qualifications:

• Firestopping training or certification from a recognized provider (optional but advantageous).
• Prior experience working in commercial, industrial, or healthcare projects.
• Valid safety training certificates (e.g., Work at Heights, Confined Space, etc.).

🕒 Working Conditions:

• Site-based work across various project locations.
• May involve long hours, working in confined or elevated areas.
• PPE and safety equipment provided by the company.

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