Underground Foreman

Job Description

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee the installation of new construction of underground firelines, manage underground helpers

• Installation, service, and trouble-shooting of underground firelines, including, but not limited to: C900, ductile Iron, HDPE, steel
• operating heavy equipment in a SAFE manner, including, but not limited to: skid steer, mini excavator, track-hoe, back-hoe

• Be a leader: oversee, direct, and delegate appropriate tasks to fitters and helpers as needed to fulfill project completion deadlines, meet scheduling requirements, and exceed the goals established by the fire sprinkler manager
• Complete assigned projects in a timely manner and attempt to keep under budget.
• Ensure that all projects are done flawlessly
• Work on projects independently
• Use project drawings to accurately and entirely interpret installation requirement details
• Update daily installation progress notes on job contract drawings (asbuilts)
• Communicate any change orders as necessary to the fire sprinkler manager and or project manager to get approval before commencement of change
• Thread and groove pipe, cut hanger rods, frequently climb ladders, hang pipe, read blueprints, layout, keep clean work area, and use appropriate equipment for any specific job such as tools, lifts, etc.
• Present weekly tool box talks to employees
• Provide a safe working environment for employees

• Other duties as assigned

Expectations:

• Believe In, Live, and Support Our Mission Statement, Core Values and Business Plan Daily
• Safety First

1. Ensure timely and complete submittal of JSAs, Toolbox Talks, Audit Forms, etc.
2. Ensure timely and accurate Incident and Accident Reporting
3. Hold yourself accountable for all Safety Initiatives
4. Hold yourself accountable for Safe Driving of Company Vehicles
5. Ensure awareness and support of Stop Work Authority

• Complete all Training Requirements – Safety, Certifications, etc.
• Submit accurate Timesheet – job numbers/names, OT and travel pay, completed on time, etc., support transition to Electronic timesheet submittal
• Ensure all required documents are complete, accurate and professional, with required signatures
• Ensure proper Inventory Management – review, update, and approve packing slips – submitted timely, proper material management
• Ensure proper Maintenance and care of equipment – trucks, lifts, tools, etc.
• Keep jobsites clean and organized
• Ensure Production Efficiency – awareness of budget vs. actual labor hours and proactive communication with superintendent
• Support and Ensure Adherence to Company SOPs – Purchase Orders, Change Orders, etc.
• Timeliness – at the job on time; attendance; communication with supervisor; paperwork
• Ensure Customer Satisfaction and respond to Customer Satisfaction Survey feedback improvement opportunities
• Maintain Quality Control i.e. reduce the need for return trips and warranty work
• Maintain a Professional appearance
• Communicate effectively and professionally within the department and with internal and external customers
• Teamwork – maintain positive interactions within your team, local office, etc.
• Actively Participate in required team meetings
• Ability to work overtime, out of town or on-call as needed

Knowledge:

• Must have knowledge of fire sprinkler piping systems which includes fabrication of related piping and the various materials and applicable joining methods
• Understand fire protection installation requirements
• Ability to properly read fire protection blueprints
• Minimum education of High School Diploma or Equivalent
• American Fire Sprinkler Association training program designed for fire sprinkler foreman, preferred
• Heavy equipment training certs
• Excavation training certs
• Soil type certs
• Underground Fireline manufacture requirements
• Greater Houston Jurisdiction/municipalities requirements

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a underground Fireline installer
• Minimum of 2 years overseeing all underground Fireline installations

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to take direction from upper management
• Accurately complete and maintain all paperwork
• Maintain vehicle and tools as per company policy
• Must have valid state driver's license and good driving record
• Self-motivated, Ambitious, Interactive, Communicative, Detail-oriented and Organized
• Knowledgeable with NFPA 24 rules and all necessary codes
• Ability to interact and communicate in a professional and positive manner with other trades, customers, project managers, county officials, general contractors, etc.
• Demonstrate positive team work and ability to be a team leader and mentor
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Comply with all company safety practices and the safety handbook
• Complete projects in a timely manner while providing the highest standard of quality work and customer satisfaction