Fire Sprinkler Foreman

Job#: 3032979

Job Description:

Fire Sprinkler Foreman

Location:

Gainesville, Florida (On-site)

Employment Type:

Contract to Perm

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Foreman to lead and manage installation projects for commercial and industrial sites. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technician capable of running a job with a helper, reading blueprints, and ensuring projects are completed efficiently and safely. This role requires travel within a 100-mile radius of Gainesville and offers opportunities for growth within the company.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the installation of new, retrofit, and tenant improvement fire sprinkler projects.

* Read and interpret blueprints and BIM designs to install prefabricated fire sprinkler piping.

* Cut, thread, and groove pipe to specifications using tools such as saws, pipe threaders, and pipe wrenches.

* Manage job scheduling and progress, coordinating with various contractors to resolve conflicts.

* Provide guidance and support to other installers and helpers on the crew.

* Conduct inspections and interact with the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for testing.

* Assess daily job requirements, plan future work, and identify material and equipment needs.

* Comply with all industry-standard procedures and safety policies.

Required Qualifications

Experience:

A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Fire Sprinkler Foreman or Fitter is required. Candidates must have experience running their own jobs with a helper or apprentice.

Technical

Skills:

Proficiency in reading and working from blueprints independently.

Experience with cutting off thread rod with a band saw, threading on a pipe machine, and using grooved couplings is necessary.

Other Requirements:
Must have reliable transportation and be willing to use a personal vehicle during the contract period for travel to job sites within a 100-mile radius of Gainesville, including areas like Ocala, Lake City, and Trenton.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience working on commercial or industrial projects valued at $200,000 or more.

* Possession of a Journeyman license or completion of a formal apprenticeship program.

* Relevant certifications, such as those from NICET.

Compensation

The compensation for this position is between $28 and $34.00 per hour. The permanent salary range is between $49,920.00 and $70,720.00 annually.

This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including Clearly Rated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process.  for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview:
Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a Support Linc Employee Assistance…