Fire Sprinkler Install/Retrofit Foreman

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Tampa, FL

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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 the technicians, installation fitters, and assistants working at the site, ensuring the installation process is completed properly.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of pipefitting, plumbing regulations, and fire protection codes.
• Valid state driver’s license with 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, as well as medium equipment and machinery.
• Ability to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally lift or move heavy objects; and perform activities requiring balance, climbing, grasping, hearing, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, repetitive motion, speaking, and visual acuity.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project drawings to understand installation requirements accurately and completely.
• Delegate tasks to fitters, mechanics, and assistants to meet project deadlines and scheduling requirements and achieve goals set by the Fire Sprinkler Manager.
• Install and test fire suppression equipment in new or retrofit construction projects.
• Follow designed plans and communicate needed design changes to accommodate actual site requirements.
• Be responsible for materials delivered to the site and perform minor fabrication on 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.
• 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

• 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
• Weekly pay

What This Job Offers

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