Fire Sprinkler Foreman

About the role

Responsible for leading and supervising fire sprinkler installation crews on active job sites, coordinating daily work activities, ensuring installations meet NFPA standards and project specifications, and maintaining safety, quality, and productivity in the field.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct fire sprinkler installers and fitters on job sites.
• Plan and assign daily work activities to meet project schedules.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Ensure fire sprinkler systems are installed per NFPA standards and local codes.
• Coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment needs with the superintendent and project manager.
• Conduct job site safety meetings and enforce OSHA and company safety policies.
• Inspect work quality and correct deficiencies.
• Support system testing, flushing, and final inspections.
• Communicate job progress, issues, and manpower needs to management.
• Train and mentor installers and apprentices.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• 5+ years of fire sprinkler installation experience.
• Previous lead fitter or foreman experience preferred.
• NICET certification or trade-related certifications preferred.
• Strong knowledge of fire sprinkler installation practices and NFPA standards.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Skills

• Basic computer skills, including email.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, crouching/bending, climbing ladders, and working at heights.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and variable weather conditions.
• Exposure to noise, dust, and construction environments.

About the company

Cornet, who joined Century Fire Protection in 2020, delivers innovative, industry-leading fire protection & building analytics solutions. We provide clients complete fire protection systems, industrial system diagnostics, and building system diagnostics to keep facilities, equipment, and production lines running at their best. Our customers are the most recognizable names in mission critical/data center, food production, manufacturing, healthcare, senior-care, big-box retail, and commercial & residential property management.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund

Cornet, Inc. is a GREAT place to work! Come and GROW WITH US!