Fire Sprinkler Superintendent

Summit Fire & Security•Rogers, AR

43d

About The Position

The Fire Sprinkler Superintendent position is responsible for establishing, coordinating, and managing all field activities of fire sprinkler installation. Working with and through the District office, Field Superintendents are responsible for adhering to SFS’s quality program including procedures and work instructions, especially as they relate to field activities. Are you interested in working for the nation’s leading fire protection company and beginning a rewarding and satisfying career that helps save the lives of thousands each year? Do you want to be a part of a growing and expanding team of industry experts? If so, exploring career opportunities with Summit Fire & Security may be right for you! Summit Fire & Security, a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), 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. Our company is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. Summit Fire & Security supports trade skills and workforce development by hosting Recognized Apprenticeships and on-the-job training (OJT) programs for new career-seekers. Many members of our leadership chair NFPA code compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical education in local schools. Summit Fire & Security supports employees in their professional development by offering continued development, training, and education by encouraging NICET and other career-advancing certifications. We offer reimbursement for certain career development programs in addition to potential bonuses for specific certifications. We continually strive to be the Employer of Choice for highly motivated team members who want to succeed in a high-growth environment. We encourage initiative, independence, diversity, and personal career growth. Demonstrating the combination of experience, knowledge, and customer service is the key to our performance and helps us achieve our goal of providing the highest quality fire protection services possible to protect lives and property.

Requirements

High School, GED, or equivalent experience, required.
10 years’ experience installing fire sprinkler systems, required.
Possess strong leadership and communication skills.
Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office, preferred.
Ability to operate a computer and tablet, use Microsoft office 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.
Must be able to travel locally 90% of the time.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30 certification strongly preferred.
Customer service and billing experience, preferred.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office, preferred.

Responsibilities

Schedule all field activities, beginning with the pre-construction meeting (coordinate with sales and design personnel on completing the Preconstruction Package and Meeting Template) to scheduling the 5’-0 out (make sure we get a permit) to scheduling overhead installation (check for permit and approved plans). Visit job site regularly to push coordination of SFS work with other trades. This requires good communication with the customer and SFS’s Design Manager.
Schedule manpower each week using the Weekly Manpower Report and schedule all jobs over a 3-month period using the 3 Month Manpower Planning Report which is updated twice each month. Establish pipe on job dates based on project schedule.
Get all material, plans, and information to the Foreman in charge before the job starts. Ensure contact with project GC/Superintendent to ensure they know you and the assigned Foreman are SFS’s points of contact for the project.
Coordination with SFS purchasing department or office POC to ensure all materials are ordered and delivered.
Purchase or rent all equipment needed for each job and specific need.
Participate in weekly progress report meetings to communicate the percent of the job roughed in, the percent of the job complete and the overall status of construction. Additionally, communicate the expected duration of rough in, duration of completion. Observe and communicate changes to the original design.
Follow up on punch-lists and ensure the customer signs off when completed.
Report any scheduling delays, personnel issues, safety concerns/incidents to your direct supervisor in a timely manner.
Review employee time sheets, reports, and training records for accuracy and submitted on time in accordance with company policy.
Ensure all assigned employees are complying with their job requirements and assigned tasks.
Review all field employees per company policy. In cases where disciplinary action is required, suspensions and terminations are to be coordinated with the District Manager with appropriate documentation entered in personnel files. Coordinate with Recruiting department for hiring of field personnel.
Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained in accordance with company policies.
Ensure that all tools are maintained in proper working order. If damaged, ensure that tools are labeled indicating their status. New tools purchases are to be coordinated with the District Manager. Ensure that each quarter, each Foreman completes a tool inventory checklist and reports any lost or stolen tools.
Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Ensure all required safety training is scheduled and conducted in accordance with company policy. Ensure all field employees know where all related safety documentation are at all times on each project.
Coordinate and ensure training for Sprinkler Foreman, Sprinkler Fitters and Sprinkler Apprentices is scheduled and conducted per company policies.
Other duties may be assigned.