Fire Sprinkler System Journeyman
Allows the holder to install and maintain automatic fire sprinkler systems under the supervision of a licensed fire sprinkler contractor.
How to Get a Fire Sprinkler System Journeyman in Wisconsin
| Issuing Body | WI DSPS |
| Initial Fee | $60 |
| Exam Required | Yes — Written exam on NFPA sprinkler standards and Wisconsin SPS 314 |
| Experience Required | Completion of a 4-year apprenticeship in fire sprinkler fitting |
Continuing Education
Wisconsin requires 12 hours of continuing education every Biennially (even-numbered years) to renew your fire sprinkler system journeyman.
12 hours per renewal cycle on NFPA standards
License Lookup & Verification
Verify a fire sprinkler system journeyman holder's credentials through the Wisconsin DSPS online license lookup tool.
Verify a License →Frequently Asked Questions — Fire Sprinkler System Journeyman
What does a fire sprinkler journeyman do?
They install, repair, and maintain automatic fire sprinkler systems including pipes, heads, valves, and control equipment under a licensed contractor.
How long is the fire sprinkler apprenticeship?
4 years, combining on-the-job training with classroom instruction on NFPA standards and pipe fitting.
Can a fire sprinkler journeyman also do plumbing work?
No. Fire sprinkler and plumbing are separate credentials in Wisconsin. Each trade requires its own license.
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