Fire Sprinkler Superintendent

Skilled Trades Partners; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck provided

Phone allowance

Permanent, direct-hire opportunity

Long-term opportunity with an establ.

Job summary

Skilled Trades Partners is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Superintendent for a direct-hire opportunity in Lexington, KY. You will supervise multiple commercial and industrial sprinkler projects, support field crews, and coordinate with customers, project management, and the office.

The role requires extensive sprinkler experience and strong leadership; travel is required regionally. Competitive compensation includes a company truck and phone allowance, with long-term career growth in a

Qualifications

• Extensive commercial and industrial fire sprinkler experience.
• Experience leading field crews and managing multiple active projects.
• Ability to read and understand sprinkler plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Willingness to travel regionally between jobsites.
• OSHA 10 is required; OSHA 30 is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support multiple commercial and industrial fire sprinkler projects
• Travel between active jobsites throughout the region
• Provide leadership and direction to sprinkler fitters, foremen, and field crews
• Help crews operate efficiently and identify potential issues before they impact schedules
• Troubleshoot installation and field-related sprinkler issues
• Ensure crews have the information, materials, and support needed to complete projects successfully
• Communicate with customers, project managers, field personnel, and office staff
• Maintain high standards for safety, quality, and productivity
• Hold field personnel accountable while maintaining a professional, respectful leadership style
• Help resolve jobsite challenges and keep projects moving forward

Skills

Fire sprinkler experience

Crew management

Project oversight

Read plans and specs

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Leadership

OSHA 10

OSHA 30 preferred

Tools

NICET certification

Job description

Fire Sprinkler Superintendent

Lexington, KY
$120,000–$130,000 Salary | Company Truck | Phone Allowance | Direct Hire

Skilled Trades Partners is seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Superintendent for a direct-hire opportunity with an established and growing fire protection contractor in the Lexington, KY area.

This is a key field leadership position for a seasoned sprinkler professional who knows how to keep crews and projects moving. You’ll oversee multiple active commercial and industrial projects, support foremen and field crews, and serve as an important link between the field, customers, project management, and the office.

We’re looking for someone who can walk onto a jobsite and command respect while maintaining a fair, professional leadership style.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee and support multiple commercial and industrial fire sprinkler projects
• Travel between active jobsites throughout the region
• Provide leadership and direction to sprinkler fitters, foremen, and field crews
• Help crews operate efficiently and identify potential issues before they impact schedules
• Troubleshoot installation and field-related sprinkler issues
• Ensure crews have the information, materials, and support needed to complete projects successfully
• Communicate with customers, project managers, field personnel, and office staff
• Maintain high standards for safety, quality, and productivity
• Hold field personnel accountable while maintaining a professional, respectful leadership style
• Help resolve jobsite challenges and keep projects moving forward

What We’re Looking For

• Extensive commercial and industrial fire sprinkler experience
• Previous experience as a Fire Sprinkler Superintendent, General Superintendent, Senior Foreman, or similar field leadership role
• Strong knowledge of fire sprinkler installation and field operations
• Ability to read and understand sprinkler plans, drawings, and specifications
• Experience managing crews and multiple active projects
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Confident, fair, and professional leadership style
• OSHA 10 required
• OSHA 30 strongly preferred
• NICET certification is a plus
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
• Ability to travel regularly between jobsites
• Ability to pass a drug screen

Compensation & Benefits

• $120,000–$130,000+ salary, based on experience
• Company truck provided
• Phone allowance
• Permanent, direct-hire opportunity
• Long-term opportunity with an established fire protection contractor
• Additional benefits discussed during the interview process