Fire Alarm Install Foreman

The Hiller Companies is a leading provider of fire protection and safety solutions, dedicated to safeguarding lives and property worldwide. With over 100 years in the industry, our mission is to ensure the highest standards of safety and innovation in comprehensive fire protection services, including installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of critical fire and life safety equipment.

About the role

The Fire Alarm Foreman is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing fire alarm and critical life safety systems. This role supervises technician crews who perform routine installation and checkout on a variety of systems utilizing local codes, company procedures, and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation of fire alarm systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems, programs, schematics, and operation/product manuals.
• Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals to determine materials requirements and installation procedures.
• Oversee the installation, service, and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems along with all related equipment.
• Oversee, direct, and delegate appropriate tasks to technicians and helpers to fulfill project completion deadlines, meet scheduling requirements, and exceed established goals.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant codes and regulations.
• Accurately complete, execute, and process paperwork (electronic or paperless) required by office and corporate management systems.
• Ensure all equipment is installed in strict compliance with the manufacturer’s requirements.
• Conduct or coordinate necessary testing of the systems.
• Instruct and train helpers, apprentices, or other personnel in the basic processes of service, repair, and system installation.
• Coordinate daily work schedules and direct the daily tasks/productivity of assigned employees.
• Maintain open communication with customers and provide information as required via email, phone, etc.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and follow all safety regulations and practices.
• Ensure proper maintenance and care of equipment—trucks, lifts, tools, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Pay

$35.00/hour - $45.00/hour