Fire Sprinkler Foreman — Lead Install & Team Leader

VSC Fire & Security; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel card

Company cell phone/tablet

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) or FSA

Company paid life insurance

Company paid long term disability

Bonus for referring new employees

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

NICET certification test reimbursement

Training and advancement opportunities

All PPE provided

Job summary

VSC Fire & Security in Houston, TX is seeking a Foreman to lead installation teams specializing in fire sprinkler systems and life-safety solutions. You will ensure on-site productivity, adherence to plans, and timely fabrication tasks while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

The role requires 2–3 years of field experience, with strong reading of plans and effective communication. A valid state driver’s license and willingness to pass background checks are essential; state-specific

Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience in installation of fire sprinkler systems, pipefitting, or fire protection codes and standards.
• Proficient in following written and verbal instructions, with exceptional attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to establish productivity onsite and set goals for employees to meet deadlines.
• Competent in reading plans, documents, and to discern colors for safety signage.

Responsibilities

• Conducts daily site inspections for methods of handling, storing, installation, and testing of all materials and performance of the site.
• Follows designed plans, communicates needed design change to fit actual site requirements.
• Responsible for materials delivered to site and for minor fabrication on job site, and documenting change orders.
• Leads an installation team and may have responsibility for a large job with multiple crews on location, conducts weekly safety meetings with team(s).

Skills

Attention to detail

Plan reading

Team leadership

On-site productivity

Communication skills

Education

Arkansas State Fitters license

Pipefitter Apprentice Program (Levels 1-4)

OSHA 30 Certification

First AID/CPR Certification

Tools

Reading plans

Job description

VSC Fire & Security in Houston, TX is seeking a Foreman to lead installation teams specializing in fire sprinkler systems and life-safety solutions. You will ensure on-site productivity, adherence to plans, and timely fabrication tasks while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

The role requires 2–3 years of field experience, with strong reading of plans and effective communication. A valid state driver’s license and willingness to pass background checks are essential; state-specific