Fire Sprinkler Fabrication Manager

Pye-Barker, formerly Acadiana Security Plus; Forestville (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Company paid life insurance

Short-term disability

401K with match

Paid vacation

Career development

Company vehicle

Ownership plan

Job summary

Pye-Barker is seeking an experienced fabrication supervisor to oversee fire sprinkler piping production in Forestville, MD. You will lead a skilled team, ensure NFPA 13 adherence, and coordinate fabrication, assembly, and installation activities on-site to meet project timelines.

Responsibilities include safety compliance, staffing planning, performance coaching, and reporting production metrics to project managers and clients.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in fire sprinkler fabrication or related industry.
• 2+ years in supervisory/managerial role.
• Knowledge of NFPA 13 standards.
• Proficiency with cutting, threading, welding, and pipe fitting.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fabrication of fire sprinkler piping on-site and ensure NFPA 13 compliance.
• Fabricate and assemble piping network, install valves, hangers and heads.
• Manage extinguisher recharge station and service timing.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet deadlines.
• Ensure all fabrication meets quality control standards.
• Supervise, train, and mentor fabrication shop personnel.
• Coordinate staffing and allocate resources to meet production demands.
• Collaborate with project managers and clients; report production metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Fabrication techniques

Project coordination

Safety compliance

Job description

Make a difference, protect lives, and achieve your dreams.

Job Summary

• Oversee the fabrication of fire sprinkler piping, ensuring adherence to NFPA 13 standards.
• Fabricates and assembles the piping network on-site, including cutting, threading, grooving pipes, installing valves, pipe hangers, and sprinkler heads.
• Manage the fire extinguisher recharge station for timely and accurate servicing of equipment.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet deadlines and customer requirements.
• Ensure all fabrication work meets quality control standards and specifications.

Team Supervision

• Supervise, train, and mentor fabrication shop personnel to promote safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
• Coordinate staffing levels and allocate resources to meet production demands.

Safety And Compliance

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies within the shop.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and training sessions.
• Maintain documentation for safety inspections, equipment maintenance, and employee training.

Material And Equipment Management

• Oversee inventory of raw materials and finished products to meet production needs.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair of equipment to minimize downtime.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to fabrication processes.

Coordination And Communication

• Collaborate with project managers, designers, and other departments to ensure seamless workflow and project execution.
• Communicate effectively with clients and vendors regarding specifications and timelines.
• Prepare and present reports on production metrics, safety, and quality performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in fire sprinkler fabrication or a related industry, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of fire protection and fire extinguisher materials and equipment.
• Proficiency in fabrication techniques such as cutting, threading, welding, and pipe fitting.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with fabrication shop equipment and tools.
• Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in a fabrication shop environment with exposure to loud noises, varying temperatures, and manual labor.
• Ability to safely operate fabrication machinery and tools.

Compensation

• Salary: $75,000–$90,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
• Bonuses: Semi-annual discretionary bonuses

Benefits And Perks

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Our Commitment

Pye-Barker is built on four core values – customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment – that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what’s right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day.

Our EEO Statement

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.