Sprinkler Fitter Foreman

1st Fire Protection Services • Lorena, TX

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About The Position

1st FP Sprinkler Companies, LLC is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Foreman for its Waco office to service and update fire sprinkler systems in commercial buildings. The work is mainly in new construction and may involve exposure to the elements, heavy lifting, ladder climbing, and standing throughout the day. The foreman oversees fitters and helpers, helps meet project deadlines and schedules, and maintains customer service, safety, and truck-inventory standards. The role includes an on-call rotation and flexible hours, including weekends, to meet customer requirements.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in the fire sprinkler industry installing sprinkler systems, including wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems, and fire pumps.
• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Valid driver's license or identification card; the duties section specifies a valid driver's license and a driving record that meets company requirements.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to work on ladders and lifts up to 50 feet tall.
• Ability to perform physical labor and carry or move equipment and tools weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Ability to work in unusual and difficult positions, including climbing ladders, scaffolding, and high-lift equipment up to 60 feet, and working within ducts, crawl spaces, and above ceilings.
• Experience with a power machine, threader, and other essential tools.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

• Some electrical work experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, direct, and delegate tasks to fitters and helpers to meet project deadlines, scheduling requirements, and project goals.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software and systems, programs, schematics, and operational product manuals.
• Participate in the on-call rotation.
• Work flexible hours, including weekends, to meet customer requirements.
• Maintain truck inventory.
• Adhere to, implement, and follow safety guidelines and procedures.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Perform physical labor, including carrying and moving equipment and tools weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Work in difficult positions and locations, including on ladders, scaffolding, and high-lift equipment, and within ducts, crawl spaces, and above ceilings.
• Install fire sprinkler systems, including wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems, and fire pumps.
• Demonstrate strong customer service, organizational skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to learn quickly.

Benefits

• Employee health care coverage with no copay or deductible, paid 100% by the employer.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Simple IRA plan with employer match.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Competitive pay; starting pay depends on experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED