Fire Sprinkler Foreman
About the job
- Two to three years of experience in installation of fire sprinkler systems, pipefitting, or fire protection codes and standards.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and pay attention to detail.
- Ability to establish onsite productivity and set goals for employees to meet deadlines.
- Ability to read plans and documents and discern colors for safety signage.
- Ability to pass background checks.
- Reliable transportation and a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record for use of a company vehicle.
- For Arkansas: an Arkansas State Fitters license or a minimum of four years of experience in installation of fire sprinkler systems, pipefitting, or fire protection codes and standards.
- Conduct daily site inspections of methods for handling, storing, installing, and testing materials, and of site performance.
- Follow designed plans and communicate design changes needed to fit actual site requirements.
- Take responsibility for materials delivered to the site, perform minor fabrication onsite, and document change orders.
- Lead an installation team, potentially overseeing a large job with multiple crews onsite, and conduct weekly safety meetings with teams.
- Pipefitter Apprentice Program, Levels 1–4, with Journeyman certification.
- First Aid/CPR certification.
- OSHA 30 certification.
About the company
VSC Fire & Security designs, installs and maintains fire protection and electronic security systems for businesses, public facilities and homes. Its work combines water sprinklers and fire alarms with systems that control building access, monitor intrusions and alert occupants during emergencies. Customers hire VSC to plan and install equipment, inspect existing systems and make repairs that keep buildings compliant with fire and safety requirements. Its regional offices handle installation projects and field service, with technicians testing equipment at customer sites and documenting work against the relevant safety standards. Founded in 1958, VSC is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Richmond, VA
Founded
1958
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Earn while learning a trade: VSC's paid four-year apprenticeship ends with a journeyman card.
- Service contracts broaden repeat work: VSC's York sales role sells agreements covering sprinkler, backflow and alarm maintenance.
- Entry roles include family support: VSC's Colorado Springs trainee listing includes paid parental leave for full-time employees.
What critics are saying
- Field training brings physical exposure: VSC's Colorado role involves heights, ladders and lift equipment.
- Experienced technicians carry delivery pressure: VSC's Dallas service role sets employee productivity goals to meet deadlines.
- Inspector eligibility depends on credentials: VSC's Roanoke listing requires state and local licensure plus two to three years' experience.
What makes VSC Fire & Security unique
- Ownership sits outside fire contracting: VSC belongs to Markel, the insurance and investment group.
- VSC tackles combustible dust: its explosion protection work includes testing dust and gases plus suppression systems.
- VSC services hidden pipe damage: internal sprinkler inspections target corrosion, sludge, rust and debris.
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