Fire Sprinkler Foreman

JOB SUMMARY:

The responsibility of a Fire Sprinkler Foreman is to install sprinkler heads, valves, and steel and CPVC pipe in newly constructed structures and renovations to existing structures with minimal supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Cut, fabricate, and install steel pipe and CPVC pipe as designed for the fire sprinkler system.

• Install and hang a variety of pipes, sprinkler heads, fittings, hangers and other fire protection components following blueprints and construction documents.
• Install and trim a variety of valves for wet, dry, and pre-action fire protection systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints and construction documents to ensure the sprinkler system is constructed as designed.
• Ensuring all project close-out documents are turned in as needed. Such as test papers, red line drawings, owner training, signed extra work orders, etc.
• Attend job meetings and coordinate schedules with GC and other contractors.

• Ensure project timeline are being met, and all required documentation is submitted in time manner so project is completed on time and on budget.
• Report any scheduling delays, personnel issues, safety concerns to your direct supervisor.
• Coordinate and manage all assigned projects with the superintendent, GC and employees.
• Ensuring communication by assigned crew with vendors, contractors is conducted in a professional manner.
• Complete daily progress reports. Include any accidents, changes in design due to field conditions, proposed changes in scope and conflicts with design as related to existing conditions.

• Ensure that all materials for a job is ordered and on site as required. Once on site, you will be expected to layout or store your material in a safe and orderly fashion in the designated location.
• Ensure company-provided vehicle is clean and well maintained in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure all work areas remain clean, safe, and orderly while working and at the end of the workday.
• Clean, inspect and service required tools in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure all tools, equipment, and supplies are secured and accounted for while on the job site and prior to the end of the workday.

• Daily, reports to the superintendent or GC on progress and/or job-related problems.
• Train the Sprinkler Fitters and Sprinkler Apprentices on all aspects of their job.
• Understand and follow SFS's Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Participate in weekly Toolbox talks. Foreman must know where all related safety documentation is at all times on each project.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• HS Diploma or equivalent, is required.
• NICET Certification preferred.

Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements:

• 5-10 years' experience installing fire sprinkler systems, required.
• Must be able to work alone and as part of a team. Construction experience, basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, customer service skills, decision-making skills, ability to multitask, ability to meet project schedules, ability to plan and organize, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to train others is required.

Communication Skills:

• Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.

Systems and Software Skills:

• Ability to operate a computer, tablet and read electronic blueprints required. Experience with SalesForce and Microsoft Office is preferred.

Other Qualifications:

• 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

PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.