Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Unifour Charleston - Charleston, SC 29492The Hiller Companies, LLC has an immediate opening for Backflow Apprentice.  If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for fire protection and safety, we invite you to apply today.
The Hiller Companies is a leading provider of fire protection and safety solutions, dedicated to safeguarding lives and property all around the world.  Headquartered in Mobile, Alabama, Hiller extends its reach globally as well as in domestic markets with offices across the United States.  With over 100 years in the industry, our mission is to ensure the highest standard of safety and innovation in comprehensive fire protection services, including installation, inspection, maintenance and repair of critical fire and life safety equipment.  Our team remains laser-focused on one goal - making the world a safer place.
Job Summary: A Backflow Apprentice  will train under seasoned, licensed professionals to learn backflow system inspections, service, and repairs, including fire codes and industry procedures. The apprentice will progress through structured milestones, training classes, and testing during the first year, with pay increases tied to the successful completion of each milestone.
Key Responsibilities:
Train under a seasons and licensed backflow technician to learn all aspects of Backflow system inspections, service and repairs.
Learn and understand fire codes and procedures for service and inspections
Meet milestone, attending training class and pass testing during first year
Other duties as assigned
QualificationsWhat We Are Looking For:
High School Diploma / GED, preferred
Valid driver's license with clean driving background
Ability to pass drug screen and background check
Strong work ethic, professional attitude, honest and hard working
Ability to use iPad  / iPhone
Common knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook/ Word/ Excel
Physical Requirements:
While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and is occasionally required to lift and/or move heavy objects.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Comfortable working in various environments, including industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and outdoor settings, which can potentially expose employees to noise, dust, heat stress, thermal stress, low light conditions, heights, etc.
Capable of standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.
Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces as needed, which would require use of fall protection equipment and other safety devices
Capable of using hand and power tools, including specialty tools resulting in cutting, grinding, drilling, fastening and other methods resulting in torque, vibration, noise, etc.
Hiller is a drug-free workplace, an equal opportunity employer and ADA compliant.
We are proud to operate according to our Core Values: Passion to Perform, Trust to Act, Act Responsibly, and Make it Fun.
Most employee benefits start from the first day of employment, including:
Competitive compensation package, including pay advancement opportunities for industry certifications and continuing education.
Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental & vision insurance, retirement plans, company paid & voluntary life insurance, company paid short term disability, voluntary long term disability, critical illness & accident insurance and paid time off.
Company-provided training, tools, and equipment, including $150 annual boot allowance for employees required to wear safety boots in their jobs.
Career advancement potential within a growing company.
Join us in our mission to provide comprehensive fire protection solutions and peace of mind to our customers, and together, let’s make the world a safer place.