Sprinkler Fitter
A sprinkler fitter installs and maintains water, foam, carbon dioxide and dry chemical fire protection systems in buildings. Duties include reading drawings and specifications; planning system layouts; preparing written cost estimates; and communicating with customers.
Mechanical construction firms, plumbing contractors, heating and air-conditioning companies, and building developers all employ sprinkler fitters.
Apprenticeship Overview
Annual Requirements
Technical training delivered by:
- Red River College Polytechnic (All Levels)
1
Level
Level
1,800
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
9
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
2
Level
Level
1,800
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
9
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
3
Level
Level
1,800
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
9
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
Total Weeks/Year
(Technical Training)
4
Level
Level
1,800
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
Total Hours/Year
(On-The-Job & Technical Training)
Training Standards
You must be a Manitoba resident to apply as a trade qualifier.
Challenging the Exam - Trades Qualification:
6
Years of Experience
Years of Experience
10,200
Hours Required
Hours Required
No
Additional Practical Exam Required
Additional Practical Exam Required
Red Seal Exam Information
- Red Seal Exam Breakdown
- Sample Exams
- Types of Exam Questions
- Red Seal Exam Self-Assessment Guide
- Red Seal Exam Self-Assessment Guide (PDF)
- Red Seal Exam Preparation Guide
Accredited Programs
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Post-Secondary Schools
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Piping Industry Technical College
Levels: 1Program Name: Sprinkler System Installer Program
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