Fire Sprinkler Installation Foreman

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Jacksonville, FL

55d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of fire alarm systems. Foremen are responsible for monitoring general assigned activities of a team in the field to include installation, testing, trouble-shooting and subsequent repairs of fire alarm/life safety systems and related components.

Requirements

• NICET certification preferred (requires prior experience or training).
• Knowledge of NFPA standards a plus (including 70 and 72).
• Experience with commercial and residential systems.
• Requires the ability to act in a lead capacity and manage teams or groups of individuals on projects.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and work in a team environment and independently.
• Must have a clean driving record and reliable transportation to/from the office or job site.
• Must be flexible with scheduling requirements that occasionally will require evening, weekend and/or out-of-town assignments.
• Requires the ability to display knowledge of principles, practices, codes and regulations related to the work.
• Requires the ability to display knowledge of basic practices of reviewing official documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Requires the ability to recognize and report deviations through inspection programs.
• Requires the ability to interpret, apply, and explain applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Requires the ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
• Requires the ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Requires the ability to use or repair small/light equipment, such as power tools, ladders, medium equipment and machinery.

Nice To Haves

• NICET certification preferred
• Knowledge of NFPA standards a plus

Responsibilities

• Install or upgrade fire alarms in commercial and residential buildings.
• Test and repair alarm systems already in place.
• Perform inspections to ensure alarms are installed according to code.
• Complete detailed inspection reports, documenting any issues.
• Report results of work completed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Protect and maintain company equipment.
• Meet with building engineers, property management and/or site contacts upon arrival to facilitate the project.
• Verify integrity of all work prior to tying-in to building’s fire alarm system. This may include functionality testing of installed devices, metering circuits and devices for shorts, grounds and faults.
• Repair systems as needed to ensure a fully compliant system is in operation.
• Inspect and maintain the truck and all related equipment, putting in repair requests as necessary to maintain safe operation.
• Operate warehouse equipment, including vehicles, in a way that facilitates the loading and unloading of the truck while observing all safety regulations and manufacturer’s safety instructions for that equipment.
• Work safely as outlined by company safety procedures, including driver safety and personal protective equipment.
• Respond to emergency service calls.
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.
• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Ability to travel when needed.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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