Sprinkler Service Foreman

Company: Allied Fire Protection
Location: Pearland
Posted on: October 2, 2024

Job Description:

SPRINKLER SERVICE FOREMANJOB DESCRIPTIONJob Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Installation of fire sprinkler systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings
• Installation, service, and trouble-shooting of automatic fire sprinkler systems along with all its related equipment
• Be a leader: 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 fire sprinkler manager
• When applicable, direct and/or participate in the trenching and repair of underground mains including backfilling and tamping
• Ensure project results are achieved within financial and productivity budgets
• Accurately complete, execute and process paperwork/electronic or paperless required by the office and corporate management systems
• Ensure that all equipment; including any specialty valves and fire pumps are installed in strict compliance with manufacture's requirements
• Conduct/coordinate necessary testing of the system Ensure required certifications are complete
• Instruct and train Helpers, apprentices, or other personnel in the basic process of service, repair and/or system installation
• Coordinate the daily work schedules and direct the daily tasks/productivity of assigned employees
• Maintain open communication with the customer and provide information to the customer as required
• Participate in a minimum of four hours of continuing education per year
• Maintain inventory on service vehicle
• Perform all other duties assignedExpectations:
  • Believe In, Live, and Support Our Mission Statement, Core Values and Business Plan Daily
  • Safety First
  • Ensure timely and complete submittal of JSAs, Toolbox Talks, Audit Forms, etc.
  • Ensure timely and accurate Incident and Accident Reporting
  • Hold yourself accountable for all Safety Initiatives
  • Hold yourself accountable for Safe Driving of Company Vehicles
  • Ensure awareness and support of Stop Work Authority
    • Complete all Training Requirements - Safety, Certifications, etc.
    • Submit accurate Timesheet - job numbers/names, OT and travel pay, completed on time, etc., support transition to Electronic timesheet submittal
    • Ensure all required documents are complete, accurate and professional, with required signatures
    • Ensure proper Inventory Management - review, update, and approve packing slips - submitted timely, proper material management
    • Ensure proper Maintenance and care of equipment - trucks, lifts, tools, etc.
    • Keep jobsites clean and organized
    • Ensure Production Efficiency - awareness of budget vs. actual labor hours and proactive communication with superintendent
    • Support and Ensure Adherence to Company SOPs - Purchase Orders, Change Orders, etc.
    • Timeliness - at the job on time; attendance; communication with supervisor; paperwork
    • Ensure Customer Satisfaction and respond to Customer Satisfaction Survey feedback improvement opportunities
    • Maintain Quality Control i.e. reduce the need for return trips and warranty work
    • Maintain a Professional appearance
    • Communicate effectively and professionally within the department and with internal and external customers
    • Teamwork - maintain positive interactions within your team, local office, etc.
    • Actively Participate in required team meetings
    • Ability to work overtime, out of town or on-call as neededKnowledge:
      • 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 standardsWork Experience:
        • Minimum of 4 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, preferredSkills and Competencies:
          • Ability to take direction from upper management
          • Accurately complete and maintain all paperwork
          • Maintain vehicle and tools as per company policy
          • Must have valid state driver's license and good driving record
          • Self-motivated, Ambitious, Interactive, Communicative, Detail-oriented, and Organized
          • Knowledgeable with NFPA 13 rules and all necessary codes
          • Ability to interact and communicate in a professional and positive manner with other trades, customers, project managers, county officials, general contractors, etc.
          • Demonstrate positive team work and ability to be a team leader and mentor
          • Maintain a clean and safe work environment
          • Comply with all company safety practices and the safety handbook
          • Complete projects in a timely manner while providing the highest standard of quality work and customer satisfactionNO THIRD PARTY
            
            
            
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