Lead Fire Sprinkler Installations Foreman

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, LLC; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

401K with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Training and Career Development

Company vehicle (if applicable)

Job summary

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Foreman to lead installation projects for residential, commercial and industrial buildings. You will interpret project drawings, delegate tasks to fitters and apprentices, and ensure safety and quality throughout the installation and testing.

You will manage materials on site, track progress, train helpers, and maintain accurate documentation while collaborating with the Fire Sprinkler Manager to meet schedules and goals.

Qualifications

• Experience reading project drawings and installing fire sprinkler systems.
• Ability to delegate tasks to fitters and apprentices to meet deadlines.
• Ability to interpret, apply, and explain fire protection codes and regulations.
• Strong documentation and progress-tracking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Interpret installation drawings and ensure requirements are met.
• Delegate tasks to crew to meet project deadlines and goals.
• Install and test fire suppression equipment per plans on new or retrofit sites.
• Follow plans and communicate design changes to fit site conditions.
• Manage materials on site and perform minor fabrication.

Skills

Leadership

Reading blueprints

Project management

Communication

Education

Trade/Apprenticeship in fire protection

Tools

Power tools

Ladders

Job description

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Foreman to lead installation projects for residential, commercial and industrial buildings. You will interpret project drawings, delegate tasks to fitters and apprentices, and ensure safety and quality throughout the installation and testing.

You will manage materials on site, track progress, train helpers, and maintain accurate documentation while collaborating with the Fire Sprinkler Manager to meet schedules and goals.