Fire Sprinkler Foreman

RapidFire Safety & Security; Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RapidFire Safety & Security in Wisconsin is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Foreman to lead a crew of sprinkler fitters, coordinate with General Contractors, and manage project hours onsite.

The role requires installing, testing, and maintaining fire sprinkler systems per NFPA standards, ensuring safety compliance, and traveling to client sites within the region.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience leading a team in field settings is preferred.
• Strong communication and safety mindset essential.

Responsibilities

• Managing team of sprinkler fitters.
• Keeping track of project and labor hours.
• Coordinating meetings with General Contractors to review project scope.
• Ensuring team safety practices on site.
• Installing, testing, and maintaining fire sprinkler systems per NFPA standards.
• Troubleshooting and repairing fire protection systems.
• Collaborating with technicians and management for project completion.
• Maintaining a clean, organized work area and tools.
• Adhering to safety protocols and traveling to client sites within the region.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

RapidFire Safety & Security is a leading provider of fire life safety and security solutions, earning customer trust by delivering exceptional value through strategic acquisitions, allowing us to drive organic growth in every market through the excellence of our teammates.

Job Summary

Management: The Fire Sprinkler Foreman is responsible for managing team of Sprinkler Fitters, coordinating meetings with Geneal Contractors, coordinating team meetings, tracking project hours, and meeting with Clients when onsite to ensure smooth and efficient project completion.

Technical: Fire Sprinkler Foreman responsibilities include cutting, threading, and assembling fire sprinkler systems to ensure they pass every fire inspection. Many sprinkler fitters take on additional duties as pipe fitters and install and repair piping not related to fire protection. This position requires how to safely operate a variety of tools, drills, saws, and wrenches, as well as be willing to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Managing team of sprinkler fitters
• Keeping track of project and labor hours
• Coordinating meetings with General Contractors to review project scope
• Ensuring that the team is compliant with safety practices while on the job site
• Installing, testing, and maintaining fire sprinkler systems, fire hydrants, and fire pumps as per National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and local codes.
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing existing fire protection systems to identify and repair malfunctions.
• Collaborating with fellow technicians and management to ensure efficient project completion
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area, including tools and equipment
• Adhering to all safety protocols and procedures
• Traveling to various customer locations within the assigned region

Knowledge, Skill & Other Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a professional environment

Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with hand and power tools

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, both written and verbal

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong note-taking skills

Ability to work in physically demanding conditions, including climbing ladders, scaffolding, and working in confined spaces

Highschool diploma, or GED/equivalent; required

Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Foreman or Lead position

Minimum of 10 years of experience in the fire protection industry, preferably with experience in commercial and residential settings

Valid driver's license and clean driving record