Fire Sprinkler Foreman

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Sarasota, FL

10d

About The Position

Fire Sprinkler Foremen are responsible for the complete installation of fire sprinkler systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. They manage installation projects assigned by the Fire Sprinkler Manager and oversee technicians, installation fitters, and assistants at the job site to ensure installations are completed correctly. Foremen interpret project drawings, coordinate work and schedules, install and test fire suppression equipment, communicate necessary design changes, manage site materials and minor fabrication, track installation progress, and maintain accurate paperwork. They also instruct and train helpers, apprentices, and other personnel, and maintain company vehicles and tools in accordance with policy.

The role requires working knowledge of pipefitting, plumbing regulations, and fire protection codes, as well as the ability to lead personnel, review documents, recognize and report deviations, interpret applicable laws and regulations, maintain records, and follow oral and written instructions. The employee must hold a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record to be approved to drive a company vehicle.

The job involves regular standing, walking, hand use, reaching, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. It occasionally requires lifting or moving heavy objects, along with abilities such as balancing, climbing, grasping, pulling, pushing, hearing, speaking, and visual acuity.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of pipefitting, plumbing regulations, and fire protection codes.
• Valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record to be approved to drive a company vehicle.
• Knowledge of fire safety principles and practices.
• Knowledge of codes and regulations related to the work.
• Ability to review official documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Ability to act in a lead capacity.
• Ability to recognize and report deviations through inspection programs.
• Ability to interpret, apply, and explain applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to use or repair small/light equipment, such as power tools and ladders, and medium equipment and machinery.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project drawings to accurately understand installation requirements.
• Delegate tasks to fitters, mechanics, and assistants to meet project deadlines, schedules, and goals established by the Fire Sprinkler Manager.
• Install and test fire suppression equipment in new construction and retrofit projects.
• Follow designed plans and communicate design changes needed to accommodate actual site requirements.
• Take responsibility for materials delivered to the job site and perform minor on-site fabrication.
• Update daily installation progress notes on job contract drawings.
• Bring necessary order changes to the attention of the manager.
• Instruct and train helpers, apprentices, and other personnel in basic processes, service, repair, and system installation.
• Accurately complete and maintain paperwork.
• Maintain vehicles and tools according to company policy.
• Use hand tools and electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic power tools.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Benefits

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and career development
• Company vehicle, if applicable to the job
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for eligible full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed