Sprinkler Install Foreman - EG

The Hiller Companies, LLC has an immediate opening for Fire Sprinkler Foreman. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for fire protection and safety, we invite you to apply today.

The Hiller Companies is a leading provider of fire protection and safety solutions, dedicated to safeguarding lives and property all around the world. Headquartered in Mobile, Alabama, Hiller extends its reach globally as well as in domestic markets with offices across the United States. With over 100 years in the industry, our mission is to ensure the highest standards of safety and innovation in comprehensive fire protection services, including installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of critical fire and life safety equipment. Our team remains laser-focused on one goal – making the world a safer place.

Job Summary: The Sprinkler Foreman is responsible for overseeing all aspects from start to finish of the installation of a fire sprinkler system. Additionally, the responsibility of the Sprinkler foreman to ensure the safe installation of these systems in commercial and residential buildings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the installation of the fire sprinkler systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.
• Oversee the installation, service and troubleshooting of the automatic fire sprinkler systems along with all its related equipment.
• Oversee, direct, and delegate appropriate tasks to fitters and helpers as needed to fulfill project completion deadlines, meet scheduling requirements, and exceed goals established by the Fire Sprinkler Manager or Superintendent.
• Direct and / or participate in the trenching and repair of underground mains including backfilling and tamping.
• Ensure project results are achieved within financial and productivity budgets.
• Accurately complete, execute and process paperwork/ electronic or paperless required by the office and corporate management systems.
• Ensure that all equipment, including any specialty valves and fire pumps, are installed in strict compliance with the manufacturer's requirements.
• Conduct / coordinate necessary testing of the systems.
• Instruct and train helpers, apprentices, or other personnel in the basic process of service, repair and /or system installation.
• Coordinate the daily work schedules and direct the daily tasks/ productivity of assigned employees.
• Maintain open communication with the customer and provide information to the customer as required via email, phone call, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

What We Are Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Valid State Driver's License
• A minimum of 4 years' experience as a fire sprinkler fitter is required, ideally with lead fitter experience.
• Ability to maintain professional working relationships with members of upper management.
• Ability to prepare and maintain all necessary paperwork.
• Knowledgeable with NFPA 13 rules and all necessary codes.
• Ability to interact and communicate in a professional manner with other trades, customers, project managers, city officials, general contractors, etc.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and is occasionally required to lift and/or move heavy objects.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in various environments, including industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and outdoor settings, which can potentially expose employees to noise, dust, heat stress, thermal stress, low light conditions, heights, etc.
• Capable of standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces as needed, which would require use of fall protection equipment and other safety devices
• Capable of using hand and power tools, including specialty tools resulting in cutting, grinding, drilling, fastening and other methods resulting in torque, vibration, noise, etc.

Hiller is a drug-free workplace, an equal opportunity employer and ADA compliant.

We are proud to operate according to our Core Values: Passion to Perform, Trust to Act, Act Responsibly, and Make it Fun.

Most employee benefits start from the first day of employment, including:

• Competitive compensation package, including pay advancement opportunities for industry certifications and continuing education.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental & vision insurance, retirement plans, company paid & voluntary life insurance, company paid short term disability, voluntary long term disability, critical illness & accident insurance and paid time off.
• Company-provided training, tools, and equipment, including $150 annual boot allowance for employees required to wear safety boots in their jobs.
• Career advancement potential within a growing company.

Join us in our mission to provide comprehensive fire protection solutions and peace of mind to our customers, and together, let's make the world a safer place.