Fire Sprinkler Foreman

Summit Fire Protection•Raleigh, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The responsibility of a Fire Sprinkler Foreman is to install sprinkler head, valves, and steel and CPVC pipe in newly constructed structures and renovations to existing structures with minimal supervision. Summit Fire & Security is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customers across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale. We’re proud of our well-deserved reputation for quality work that’s completed by our talented and experienced installation workforce. Summit Fire & Security is a dynamic organization with endless growth opportunities spanning over 70 locations in more than 20 states.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent, required.
5-10 years’ experience installing fire sprinkler systems, required.
Must be able to work alone and as part of a team.
Construction experience, basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, problem solving skills, customer service skills, decision making skills, ability to multitask, ability to meet project schedules, ability to plan and organize, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to train other is required.
Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
Ability to operate a computer, tablet and read electronic blueprints 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, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.

Nice To Haves

NICET Certification, preferred.
Experience with SalesForce and Microsoft Office is preferred.

Responsibilities

Cut, fabricate and install steel pipe and CPVC pipe as designed for fire sprinkler system.
Install and hang a variety of pipe, sprinkler heads, fittings, hangers and other fire protection components in accordance with blueprints and construction documents.
Install and trim a variety of valves for wet, dry, and pre-action fire protection systems.
Read and interpret blueprints and construction documents to ensure sprinkler system is constructed as designed.
Ensuring all project close out documents are turned in as needed. Such as test papers, red line drawing, owners training, signed extra work orders, etc.
Attend job meetings and coordinate schedules with GC and other contractors.
Ensure project timeline are being met, and all required documentation is submitted in time manner so project is completed on time and on budget.
Report any scheduling delays, personnel issues, safety concerns to your direct supervisor.
Coordinate and manage all assigned projects with the superintendent, GC and employees.
Ensuring communication by assigned crew with vendors, contractors is conducted in a professional manner.
Complete daily progress reports. Include any accidents, changes in design due to field conditions, proposed changes in scope and conflicts with design as related to existing conditions.
Ensure that all materials for a job is ordered and on site as required. Once on site, you will be expected to layout or store your material in a safe and orderly fashion in the designated location.
Esure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained in accordance with company policies.
Ensure all work areas remain clean, safe, and orderly while working and at the end of the workday.
Clean, inspect and service required tools in accordance with company policies.
Ensure all tools, equipment, and supplies are secured and accounted for while on the job site and prior to the end of the workday.
On a daily basis, reports to the superintendent or GC on progress and/or job-related problems.
Train the Sprinkler Fitters and Sprinkler Apprentices on all aspects of their job.
Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Participate in weekly Toolbox talks. Foreman must know where all related safety documentation is at all times on each project.
Other duties may be assigned.