Sprinkler Construction Foreman

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Build fire sprinkler systems across residential, commercial, and industrial sites as a leadership role.

• Installation of fire sprinkler systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings
• Installation, service, and trouble‑shouting of automatic fire sprinkler systems along with all related equipment
• Lead and supervise fitters and helpers to meet project deadlines and exceed manager's goals
• Complete assigned projects on time and keep under budget
• Ensure projects are completed flawlessly
• Work independently on projects
• Use project drawings to accurately interpret installation requirements
• Update daily installation progress notes on job contract drawings (asbuilts)
• Communicate change orders to the fire sprinkler manager/PM for approval before commencement
• Thread and groove pipe, cut hanger rods, climb ladders, hang pipe, read blueprints, layout work area, and use appropriate equipment (tools, lifts, etc.)
• Present weekly toolbox talks to employees
• Provide a safe working environment for employees
• Other duties as assigned

• Believe in, live, and support our mission statement, core values, and business plan daily
• Safety first
• Timely and complete submission of JSAs, toolbox talks, audit forms, etc.
• Accurate incident and accident reporting
• Accountability for all safety initiatives
• Accountability for safe driving of company vehicles
• Awareness and support of stop‑work authority
• Complete all training requirements – safety, certifications, etc.
• Submit accurate timesheets – job numbers/names, OT and travel pay, completed on time, support transition to electronic timesheet submission
• Ensure all required documents are complete, accurate, professional, and signed
• Proper inventory management – review, update, approve packing slips, timely material management
• Proper maintenance and care of equipment – trucks, lifts, tools, etc.
• Keep jobsites clean and organized
• 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 job on time, attendance, communication with supervisor, paperwork
• Ensure customer satisfaction and respond to customer satisfaction survey feedback improvement opportunities
• Maintain quality control – reduce need for return trips and warranty work
• Maintain a professional appearance
• Communicate effectively and professionally within department and with internal/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 needed

• Knowledge of fire sprinkler piping systems, including fabrication of related piping and various materials and joining methods
• Understanding of fire protection installation requirements
• Ability to properly read fire protection blueprints
• Minimum education:
  
  High School Diploma or Equivalent
• American Fire Sprinkler Association training program designed for fire sprinkler foreman (preferred)
• Nicet II & III certification (preferred)

• Minimum of 3 years as a Fire Sprinkler Foreman with team‑lead experience
• Minimum of 3 years as a fire sprinkler apprentice/fitter (preferred)

• Ability to take direction from upper management
• Accurate completion and maintenance of all paperwork
• Maintain vehicle and tools per company policy
• Valid state driver's license and good driving record
• Self‑motivated, ambitious, interactive, communicative, detail‑oriented, organized
• Knowledgeable with NFPA 13 rules and necessary codes
• Professional communication with other trades, customers, project managers, county officials, general contractors, etc.
• Positive teamwork and ability to be a team leader and mentor
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Comply with all company safety practices and safety handbook
• Complete projects in a timely manner with highest quality of work and customer satisfaction

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Construction

Austin, TX | Salary: $70,000 – $80,000