Fire Protection Foreman

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

Vulcan Fire Protection Services is seeking a motivated, driven, and dependable Fire Sprinkler Foreman to lead crews and oversee the installation, service, testing, and troubleshooting of fire sprinkler systems. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who takes ownership, holds high standards for safety and quality, and is committed to getting the job done right, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities

  • Installation, service and troubleshooting of automatic fire sprinkler systems along with related equipment.

  • Lead, oversee, direct and delegate appropriate tasks to fitters and helpers as needed to fulfill project completion deadlines, meet scheduling requirements and exceed the goals established by the company.

  • Ensure projects are achieved within financial and productivity budgets.

  • Ensure all equipment, including specialty valves and fire pumps, are in strict compliance with manufacturer requirements.

  • Conduct and coordinate necessary testing of systems and ensure required certifications are completed.

  • Instruct and train helpers, apprentices, and other personnel in the basic process of service, repair and system installation.

  • Maintain communication with customers and provide information as required.

  • Maintain inventory on service vehicles.

  • Perform other job-related tasks.

Expectations

  • Strong communication, reliability, honesty, and accountability

  • Safety consciousness

  • Complete all necessary training and certification programs

  • Ensure proper jobsite maintenance, including, but not limited to:

    • Inventory management

    • Equipment maintenance, care, and security

    • Timesheet accuracy

    • Cleanliness and organization

  • Maintain and emphasize quality control

  • Communicate effectively and professionally within the organization and with internal and external customers

  • Active participation in team meetings

  • Ability to work overtime, out of town, or on-call as needed

Knowledge Base

  • Must have knowledge of fire sprinkler piping systems which includes fabrication of related piping and the various materials and applicable joining methods.

  • Understand fire protection installation requirements.

  • Ability to properly read fire protection blueprints.

  • Minimum education of High School Diploma or Equivalent.

  • American Fire Sprinkler Association training program designed for fire sprinkler foreman, preferred.

  • Certified state/federally-accredited Foreman, preferred.

  • State Backflow testing and repair certification, preferred Forklift and scissor lift certification, preferred.

  • Nicet II & III certification, preferred Understanding of NFPA codes and standards.

  • Work Experience:

    • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Foreman

    • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a fire sprinkler helper, preferred.

    • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a fire sprinkler apprentice/fitter, preferred.

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