Fire Sprinkler Superintendent

About the role

The Fire Sprinkler Superintendent position is responsible for establishing, coordinating, and managing all field activities of fire sprinkler installation. Working with and through the District office, Field Superintendents are responsible for adhering to SFS’s quality program including procedures and work instructions, especially as they relate to field activities.

Responsibilities

• Schedule all field activities, beginning with the pre-construction meeting (coordinate with sales and design personnel on completing the Preconstruction Package and Meeting Template) to scheduling the 5’-0 out (make sure we get a permit) to scheduling overhead installation (check for permit and approved plans).
• Visit job site regularly to push coordination of SFS work with other trades. This requires good communication with the customer and SFS’s Design Manager.
• Schedule manpower each week using the Weekly Manpower Report and schedule all jobs over a 3-month period using the 3 Month Manpower Planning Report which is updated twice each month.
• Establish pipe on job dates based on project schedule. Get all material, plans, and information to the Foreman in charge before the job starts.
• Ensure contact with project GC/Superintendent to ensure they know you and the assigned Foreman are SFS’s points of contact for the project.
• Purchase or rent all equipment needed for each job and specific needs.
• Participate in weekly progress report meetings to communicate the percent of the job roughed in, the percent of the job complete and the overall status of construction. Additionally, communicate the expected duration of rough in, duration of completion.
• Observe and communicate changes to the original design.
• Follow up on punch-lists and ensure the customer signs off when completed.
• Report any scheduling delays, personnel issues, safety concerns/incidents to your direct supervisor in a timely manner.
• Review employee time sheets, reports, and training records for accuracy and submitted on time in accordance with company policy.
• Ensure all assigned employees are complying with their job requirements and assigned tasks.
• Review all field employees per company policy. In cases where disciplinary action is required, suspensions and terminations are to be coordinated with the District Manager with appropriate documentation entered in personnel files.
• Career Development: Coordinate with Recruiting department for hiring of field personnel. Ensure company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained in accordance with company policies. Ensure that all tools are maintained in proper working order. If damaged, ensure that tools are labeled indicating their status. New tools purchases are to be coordinated with the District Manager. Ensure that each quarter, each Foreman completes a tool inventory checklist and reports any lost or stolen tools.
• Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures. Ensure all required safety training is scheduled and conducted in accordance with company policy. Ensure all field employees know where all related safety documentation are at all times on each project.
• Coordinate and ensure training for Sprinkler Foreman, Sprinkler Fitters and Sprinkler Apprentices is scheduled and conducted per company policies.

Qualifications

• Education, Training, Certifications: High School, GED, or equivalent experience, required. OSHA 30 certification strongly preferred.
• Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements: 10 years’ experience installing fire sprinkler systems, required. Customer service and billing experience, preferred. Possess strong leadership and communication skills. Communication Skills: Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers. Systems And Software Skills: Familiarity with Microsoft Office, preferred. Ability to operate a computer and tablet, use Microsoft office and read electronic blueprints, required.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, ascend and descend step stools, ladders and stairs, kneel, lift 50lbs, sit, stoop, twist, and work at heights.
• Work Environment: Employees will regularly be required to work outside, and be exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards and noise. Employee will occasionally be required to work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with others. Employee must consistently wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies while visiting locations.

About Us

We are interested in working for the nation's leading fire protection company and beginning a rewarding and satisfying career that helps save the lives of thousands each year. Do you want to be a part of a growing and expanding team of industry experts? If so, exploring career opportunities with Summit Fire & Security may be right for you!

Benefits

• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 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 such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program