Fire Protection, Foreman at Thomas Mechanical & Fire Protection – Laurens, South Carolina

As the fire protection Foreman, you will oversee the installation of fire sprinkler systems and provide leadership to the install crew. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Oversee installation of fire protection systems in commercial and industrial buildings.
• Manage projects assigned by your manager, overseeing the personnel working on your job sites.
• Pay close attention to every detail during installation, ensuring systems are installed per NFPA 13 code.
• Interpret blueprints to ensure proper layout and execution.
• Coordinate work schedules and ensure crew productivity aligns with project timelines.
• Ensure compliance with all mechanical codes, safety regulations, and project specifications.
• Conduct job site inspections to maintain quality control and resolve any on-site issues or conflicts.
• Collaborate with project managers, general contractors, superintendents, and other trades to coordinate work and solve problems proactively.
• Maintain accurate material lists and coordinate deliveries and inventory on site.
• Train and mentor apprentices and journeymen in best practices, safety protocols, and company procedures.
• Complete daily reports, timekeeping, and documentation as required by the project.
• Enforce and lead by example in the implementation of OSHA and company safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot installment issues and correct them as quickly as possible to stay on schedule.

• Ability to read and work off blueprint drawings
• Experience in leading and managing crews of 3-10 workers
• Personal PPE
• Driver's license
• Drug testing
• 5+ year of experience

Preferred Certification/Skills

• Lift certifications
• PPE training
• Ability to do onsite modification and fabrication when needed

Pay

• Starting at $28.00 per hour (based on experience)

Benefits

• Competitive pay based upon experience
• Bonus opportunities
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Holiday and Vacation Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Thursday
• Possible overtime on Fridays and weekends

ABOUT US:

Founded in 2004, Thomas Mechanical & Fire Protection is an independently owned, full-service mechanical contractor focused on delivering turnkey HVAC and fire sprinkler systems to a strong base of commercial and industrial customers. Conveniently located along interstate 385 in Laurens County, South Carolina we service customers throughout the Upstate of South Carolina and neighboring communities. We take pride in delivering exceptional workmanship, design, fabrication, installation, and customer service. As one of the fastest-growing companies in South Carolina, we're fueled by brilliant minds and skilled technicians.