Build Your Career with Ahern Your Apprenticeship is generally four to five years. Don’t you want to complete it at a company that values your skills, respects your contributions, and offers opportunities for growth? With more than 145 years as a family-owned business, we’ve built a reputation as one of the best mechanical and fire protection contractors in the country. We pride ourselves on delivering unmatched quality and innovation while providing you with job stability and support. We have an exciting opportunity for a Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice located in Des Moines, IA. Why complete your Apprenticeship at Ahern? • 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 • Top-of-the-Line Tools & Technology: We provide you with cutting-edge, new tools to help you excel • Safety First: Your well-being is our top priority. We’re committed to ensuring every employee leaves work as healthy as they arrived • 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 • 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 How will you contribute? Ahern has an exciting opportunity for a Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice to join the Sprinkler Fitter Apprenticeship program working for our Des Moines, Iowa location. This is a 5-year apprenticeship program working side-by-side with a journeymen sprinkler fitter installing automatic fire protection systems. Your employment relationship will be governed by a collective bargaining agreement. Apprentices will complete on-the-job training and a 5-year correspondence course toward becoming a journeyman sprinkler fitter. How will you qualify? Qualified candidates must be at least 18 years old, have a High School Diploma or equivalent, have a valid driver’s license along with a clean driving record to operate company vehicles, and pass an appropriate drug screen and physical (the job entails a great deal of lifting and climbing). Successful candidates must be self-starters, have a strong mechanical background, have a good working and learning attitude, and be able to work in a fast-paced construction environment. By joining Ahern, you’ll gain the stability of a company that’s been a leader in the industry since 1880, the pride of doing meaningful work, and the support of a team dedicated to your success. Don’t settle for just any job - experience what it’s like to work for the best! Ahern is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.