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Amentum, a global leader in critical mission support, engineering, technology, and national security solutions, is seeking a Fire Protection Specialist to support a government contract based in Kings Bay, Georgia.
Job Responsibility
Inspects, tests, maintains, and repairs installed fire alarm suppression systems in accordance with manufacturer specifications and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards
Inspects fire alarm equipment visually and replaces defective components
Checks pressure gauges on suppression system storage containers and recharges or replaces container
Performs complete repairs and routine preventive maintenance on dry /wet pipe alarms valves, pre-action and deluge systems
Assembles, installs, and repairs pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes
Studies building plans and working drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installations
Inspects structure to ascertain obstructions to be avoided to prevent weakening of structure resulting from installation of pipe
Locates and marks position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors, using ruler, spirit level and plumb bob
Cuts opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings, using hand tools and power tools
Cuts and threads pipe, using pipe cutters, cutting torch, and pipe-threading machine
Bends pipe to required angle by using of pipe-bending machine or by placing pipe over block and bending by hand
Assembles and installs valves, pipe fittings, and pipes composed of metals, such as iron, steel, brass, lead, and nonmetals such as glass, vitrified clay, and plastic using hand tools and power tools
Joins pipe by using of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and caulks joints
Fills pipe system with water or air and reads pressure gauges to determine whether system is leaking
Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners
Repairs and maintains plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes, and opening clogged drains
May weld holding fixtures to steel structural members
Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
High school education or equivalent
Three (3) years or more experience in installation, repair of wet pipe alarm valves, dry pipe alarm valves, pre-action and deluge systems
Familiar with aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF) systems
Knowledgeable of NFPA-13 manuals for fire protection systems
Able to operate alarm control panels, fire pumps, and controllers
Assists other crafts in duties related to fire protection
Able to work at various heights from mechanical lifting devices
Possess the tools of their trade
Have and wear hard-toed safety shoes which meet ASTM F2413-05 standards
Subject to a government security investigation and must continually meet eligibility requirements for access to all areas of Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay
Able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization
US Citizenship is required
Must possess NICET Level II or Higher Fire Protection Certification
Must possess a valid state driver's license
What we offer
Health & Welfare: $15.42 per hour contributed to benefits (effective 12/01/25)
401(k): Company matches up to 6% of employee contributions
Paid Time Off: Starts at 2.62 hours per pay period (136 hours annually), with increases based on tenure
Holidays: 12 paid holidays
Additional Leave: Includes bereavement and leave share programs
Shift Differential: Extra $1.75–$2.00/hour depending on shift start time
Hazard Pay: $3.00/hour for designated high-risk work areas
Lead Pay: Additional $2.25/hour for lead roles (temporary or permanent)
On-Call Pay: Two hours of overtime pay per day when on call during off-days/holidays
Safety Shoes: $175 annual allowance
Prescription Safety Glasses: Up to $250 annually (per policy)