Our fast-growing fire sprinkler protection and life safety system company has a full-time career opportunity for a Fire Sprinkler Service Foreman at our Virginia Beach location.
The Fire Sprinkler Service Foreman:
- Serves as the lead person of small service team, but at times will lead large jobs with multiple crews
- Services existing fire suppression equipment in commercial settings
- Uses hand tools, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic power tools
- Functions as VSC Fire & Security, Inc. representative on the job site
- Oversees work of apprentice(s) and helper(s) assigned to project as needed
- Conducts weekly tool box safety meetings
The qualifications for the Fire Sprinkler Service Foreman position include:
- Virginia State Backflow Certification preferred, but not required
- Completion of approved Pipefitter Apprentice Program (Levels 1-4) with Journeyman certification or 4+ years Sprinkler Fitter experience under direct supervision of Foreman
- Knowledge of pipefitting, plumbing regulations and fire protection codes
- Must have vast knowledge of different systems and be able to perform service work as well as installation and modifications of new and existing systems.
- Must be able to demonstrate proper techniques for draining down systems working on fire pumps and be able to make repairs.
- Excellent communication skills, professional manner, and the ability to work flexible schedules to accommodate testing and service work in occupied buildings are all required.
- Will be expected to be run emergency service calls which may occur outside of normal work hours and may result in overtime
- Valid state driver's license with acceptable driving record to be approved to drive company vehicle
- Commitment and responsibility to lead team and achieve personal and team work goals
- Leadership skills, including ability to communicate, address personnel issues and make fair decisions related to project demands, customer service and employee assignments
DCJS 11-6207
VSC Fire & Security, Inc. is a drug free workplace.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We look forward to hearing from you!
www.vscfs.com