Senior Fire Sprinkler Foreman - Lead Installations & Safety

Cornet Inc; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

401(K) with Company Match

Training & Education

Job summary

Cornet, Inc. is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Foreman to lead installation crews on active job sites.

You will supervise installers, plan daily tasks, read drawings, ensure NFPA and local codes compliance, and coordinate with the superintendent and project manager. The role requires strong knowledge of fire sprinkler practices, OSHA safety adherence, and the ability to train apprentices, with potential NICET certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 5+ years of fire sprinkler installation experience; previous lead fitter or foreman experience preferred; NICET certification or trade-related certifications preferred; strong knowledge of fire sprinkler installation practices and NFPA standards; ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct fire sprinkler installers and fitters on job sites.
• Plan and assign daily work activities to meet project schedules.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and shop drawings.
• Ensure fire sprinkler systems are installed per NFPA standards and local codes.
• Coordinate manpower, materials, and equipment needs with the superintendent and project manager.
• Conduct job site safety meetings and enforce OSHA and company safety policies.
• Inspect work quality and correct deficiencies.
• Support system testing, flushing, and final inspections.
• Communicate job progress, issues, and manpower needs to management.
• Train and mentor installers and apprentices.

Skills

Fire sprinkler installation

Leadership/foreman

Read construction drawings

NFPA standards

Safety enforcement

Mentoring/training

Education

High school diploma

NICET certification preferred

Job description

Cornet, Inc. is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Foreman to lead installation crews on active job sites.

You will supervise installers, plan daily tasks, read drawings, ensure NFPA and local codes compliance, and coordinate with the superintendent and project manager. The role requires strong knowledge of fire sprinkler practices, OSHA safety adherence, and the ability to train apprentices, with potential NICET certification preferred.