Fire Sprinkler Foreman

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Sarasota, FL

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About The Position

The Fire Sprinkler Foreman is responsible for completing fire sprinkler system installations in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. The foreman manages assigned installation projects and oversees technicians, installation fitters, and assistants at the job site, ensuring work is completed accurately and on schedule. The role includes interpreting project drawings, installing and testing fire suppression equipment, coordinating site work, maintaining records, and training personnel.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of pipefitting, plumbing regulations, and fire protection codes.
• Valid state driver’s license and an 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.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and occasionally lift or move heavy objects; also requires balancing, climbing, grasping, hearing, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, repetitive motion, speaking, and visual acuity.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project drawings and installation requirements accurately and completely.
• Delegate work to fitters, mechanics, and assistants to meet project deadlines and schedules and achieve goals established by the Fire Sprinkler Manager.
• Install and test fire suppression equipment on new construction and retrofit projects.
• Follow designed plans and communicate required design changes to accommodate actual site conditions.
• Take responsibility for materials delivered to the site and perform minor fabrication at the job site.
• Update daily installation progress notes on job contract drawings.
• Bring necessary order changes to the manager’s attention.
• Instruct and train helpers, apprentices, and other personnel in basic processes for service, repair, and system installation.
• Complete and maintain paperwork accurately.
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed