Fire Alarm & Security Superintendent

Summit Companies•Scranton, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the Fire Alarm & Security Superintendent is to establish, coordinate, and manage all field activities of fire alarm installation. This role involves working with and through the Branch office to ensure adherence to SFS’s quality program, including procedures and work instructions, as they relate to field activities.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
3 years Fire Life Safety Industry experience, specifically in Fire Alarm, required.
NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Certification, required.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements.
Must be able to travel 90% of the time, locally.

Nice To Haves

NICET or state specific certification, preferred.
3 years of professional computer skills, preferred.
1+ years using business intelligence systems, Sage 300 CRE, or similar, preferred.

Responsibilities

Schedule all field activities, from the pre-construction meeting to installation, ensuring permits and approved plans are in place.
Visit job sites regularly to coordinate work with other trades and ensure clarification of project details with customers, AHJs, and Designers.
Install systems in the field alongside foremen and apprentices.
Coordinate staffing for each week and plan jobs over a 3-month period using designated reports.
Establish material needs based on project schedules and ensure materials, plans, and information are provided to the Foreman before the job starts.
Liaise with the project GC/Superintendent to establish points of contact and coordinate with the purchasing department for material orders and delivery.
Purchase or rent necessary equipment for jobs.
Participate in weekly progress report meetings to communicate job status, expected durations, and observe/communicate design changes.
Follow up on punch-lists and ensure customer sign-off upon completion.
Report scheduling delays, personnel issues, and safety concerns/incidents to the direct supervisor promptly.
Review employee time sheets, reports, and training records for accuracy and timely submission.
Ensure assigned employees comply with job requirements and tasks, and conduct performance reviews per company policy.
Coordinate disciplinary actions, suspensions, and terminations with the FA&S Manager, ensuring proper documentation.
Ensure company-provided vehicles are clean and well-maintained.
Ensure all tools are maintained in proper working order, labeled if damaged, and coordinate new tool purchases.
Ensure foremen complete quarterly tool inventory checklists and report lost or stolen tools.
Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures.
Ensure all required safety training is scheduled and conducted per company policy and that field employees know the location of safety documentation.
Coordinate and ensure training for Alarm Foremen and Alarm Apprentices is scheduled and conducted per company policies.
Other duties may be assigned.