Fire Sprinkler Foreman

About Us

Summit Fire & Security, a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is the nation’s leading fire protection company and a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security. Our capabilities include design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customers across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale, operating over 70 locations in more than 20 states. We’re proud of our reputation for quality work completed by our talented and experienced installation workforce.

Summit Fire & Security supports trade skills and workforce development through Recognized Apprenticeships and on-the-job training (OJT) programs. Many of our leaders chair NFPA code compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical education in local schools. We encourage professional growth by offering continued development, training, and education, including reimbursement for certain career development programs and potential bonuses for specific certifications like NICET.

Our core values are represented by the acronym PIPE:

• Passionate about life safety
• Integrity (Do the right thing)
• Partnership with our customers and community
• Operational Excellence (Do things right)

Responsibilities

• Cut, fabricate, and install steel pipe and CPVC pipe as designed for fire sprinkler systems.
• Install and hang a variety of pipe, sprinkler heads, fittings, hangers, and other fire protection components in accordance with blueprints and construction documents.
• Install and trim 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.
• Ensure all project close-out documents are turned in, such as test papers, red-line drawings, owner’s training, and signed extra work orders.
• Attend job meetings and coordinate schedules with general contractors (GC) and other contractors.
• Ensure project timelines are met and all required documentation is submitted in a timely manner to complete projects on time and on budget.
• Report scheduling delays, personnel issues, and safety concerns to your direct supervisor.
• Coordinate and manage all assigned projects with the superintendent, GC, and employees.
• Ensure professional communication between the assigned crew, vendors, and contractors.
• Complete daily progress reports, including any accidents, design changes due to field conditions, proposed scope changes, and conflicts with existing conditions.
• Ensure all materials for a job are ordered and on-site as required; layout or store materials safely and orderly in designated locations.
• Maintain company-provided vehicle in clean and well-maintained condition according to company policies.
• Keep all work areas clean, safe, and orderly while working and at the end of the workday.
• Clean, inspect, and service required tools in accordance with company policies.
• Secure and account for all tools, equipment, and supplies on the job site and prior to the end of the workday.
• Report daily to the superintendent or GC on progress and/or job-related problems.
• Train 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.
• Know the location of all related safety documentation on each project at all times.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• 5-10 years’ experience installing fire sprinkler systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• NICET Certification (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, including customer-specific requirements based on contractual agreements.

Skills

• Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
• Basic math skills, mechanical aptitude, and problem-solving skills.
• Customer service, decision-making, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to meet project schedules, plan, organize, and troubleshoot.
• Ability to train others.
• Effective communication in English (reading, writing, and speaking).
• Ability to operate a computer, tablet, and read electronic blueprints.
• Experience with SalesForce and Microsoft Office (preferred).

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Frequent bending, ascending/descending step stools, ladders, and stairs; kneeling, lifting under 50 lbs, reaching above/below shoulders, standing, and walking for extended periods.
• Ability to see in color, at close/far distances, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjust focus.
• Occasional balancing, crouching, driving, kneeling, lifting over 50 lbs, sitting, stooping, twisting, and working at heights.
• Frequent local travel and occasional regional/non-regional travel.
• Frequent exposure to inside/outside work in hot/cold temperatures, loud noises, cramped quarters, dust, fumes, odors, standing on hard surfaces, and electrical hazards.
• Occasional exposure to chemicals, moving machinery, uneven/slippery surfaces.
• Consistent use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company safety policies.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Long-term disability (employer-paid).
• Short-term disability (employer-paid).
• Additional voluntary ancillary benefits (e.g., accident and hospital indemnity).
• Life insurance for team members and dependents.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee Referral Program.
• Competitive pay and bonus opportunities.
• Extensive training opportunities and career advancement.