Lead Sprinkler Foreman - SERVICE

Insight Global; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Lead Foreman for our Fire Sprinkler Service team in Mobile, Alabama. You will supervise crews in commercial, federal, and industrial projects, while remaining hands-on to resolve field challenges and mentor junior staff.

You will ensure safety and NFPA compliance, coordinate activities, and communicate with customers. The role requires extensive field experience and a proven leadership track record.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial fire sprinkler pipe inspection and troubleshooting experience (wet/dry/pre-action/deluge) with NFPA 13 knowledge.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand sprinkler layouts.
• Strong NFPA 13 understanding—head placement and spacing.
• Proven leadership managing crews and projects; training apprentices/journeymen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple sprinkler service projects as a working superintendent.
• Mentor apprentices and journeymen; provide field guidance on installations.
• Coordinate daily jobsite activities; ensure safety, quality, and NFPA compliance.

Skills

10+ years experience

Blueprint reading

NFPA 13 knowledge

Crew leadership

Driver's license

Pre-employment drug screen

Pre-employment background check

7-year lookback

SSN trace

Criminal background check

Sex offender registry search

Education

NICET Level II+ Fire Sprinkler

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Lead Foreman to join our Fire Sprinkler Service team in Mobile, Alabama. This individual will play a critical role in installing fire sprinkler systems for commercial, federal, and industrial clients throughout the region.

The Lead Sprinkler Foreman serves as a working superintendent responsible for overseeing multiple sprinkler service projects while remaining hands-on in the field as needed. This individual manages lead foremen and service crews, communicates directly with customers, coordinates daily jobsite activities, and ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to NFPA standards. The role also requires mentoring apprentices and journeymen and providing technical guidance when field installation challenges arise.

$28/hr to $40/hr - Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• 10+ years of commercial fire sprinkler pipe inspection and troubleshooting experience, including wet, dry, pre-action, deluge systems, and fire pumps, with strong knowledge of NFPA 13 installation standards and field troubleshooting.
• Ability to read a blueprint
• Strong understanding of NFPA 13 including sprinkler head placement, spacing, etc
• Proven leadership experience managing crews and projects, including coordinating multiple jobs, supervising foremen and installers, and training apprentices and journeymen.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (see full details attached)
• Must pass Pre-Employment Drug Screening includes a 5 Panel Drug Screen that may include:
• amphetamines (including methamphetamines), cocaine, marijuana (only where permitted by law), barbiturates, benzodiazepines, methadone, oxycodone, heroin, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP) and their metabolites
• Must pass a Pre-Employment background check to include
• 7 Year lookback
• SSN Trace
• Criminal Background Check
• Civil Court Records
• Sex Offender Registry Search
• Terrorist List
• Completed for all candidates

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry 50+ pounds.
• Work from ladders, boom lifts, and elevated platforms.
• Comfortable working at heights (up to approximately 150 feet).
• Ability to climb ladders and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods.
• Work safely in commercial, industrial, and active construction environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• NICET Level II or higher in Fire Sprinkler
• oCandidates without NICET may still be considered if they possess equivalent state certifications and relevant experience.
• Experience working in healthcare, industrial, manufacturing, or government environments.