Foreman - Fire

Total Safety is looking for a Fire Foreman to add to their safety This position is responsible for overseeing and assisting with the installation, programming, system start-up/commissioning and certification of assigned fire projects. These projects typically include but are not limited to lifesaving equipment, fire and gas detection systems, foam systems, dry chemical systems, gaseous suppression systems and water based fire protection systems. Also, assists the Project Manager in planning, scheduling, organizing and directing execution for assigned projects. Ensures projects are effectively executed to budgeted cost and time schedules.

Essential Job Functions

Assists Project Manager in overseeing and coordinating all aspects of project activities after award through completion of project, including: review of estimated costs prior to bid; review of contracts, plans and specifications; project design engineering; supervision of labor and subcontractors; and preparation of change proposals.

Assists Project Manager with the preparation of project plan, assists with managing the plan and prepares and implements job procedures.

Maintains accurate and up to date records of job status, job changes, material flow and other control records necessary for processing updates and reports.

Assists with the installation, programming, testing, repairing and servicing of a variety of systems and equipment which may include fire alarm & life safety, gas detection, foam, dry chemical, gaseous suppression, and water-based fire protection with as needed.

Works closely with customers and internal colleagues in providing technical installation support and training. Assists and trains less experienced technicians. Handles the more complex issues that have been referred by less experienced technicians.

Serves as the project lead.

Assists with the procurement of materials, supplies, and services for timely and cost effective completion of the project.

Makes suggestions for installation methods to improve profitability and quality. Takes ownership of onsite project including safety, quality, and performance. Observes and practices Total Safety’s quality standards at all times.

Conducts pre-job, job update and post job completion briefs.

Works closely with the Project Manager and/or Construction Manager and assists in the overall coordination of installation; makes recommendations regarding quality of work and potential changes in scope and identifies ways to continuously improve customer satisfaction.

Supervises other technicians. Supervisory duties include; but are not limited to, mentoring, coaching, and developing colleagues. May oversee subcontractor selection process and work.

Maintains work area and other areas in a clean and orderly condition.

Performs basic maintenance and care of assigned vehicle and/or trailer.

Rigs-up and uses a wide range of safety equipment including but not limited to retractable lifelines, harnesses and lanyards.

Assists others as needed.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: High School diploma or GED and at least three (3) years of field experience in fire protection, petrochemical, oil refinery or related industry. Associates degree in science or technical area strongly preferred. Must have a valid driver's license from state of residence and valid proof of vehicle insurance. Must possess good driving record and be insurable for Total Safety vehicle insurance while driving company truck. Forklift experience considered a plus. Must have ability to pass internal forklift certification as required. Must be willing travel to customers site and available for travel for short and long-term out-of-town and/or offshore projects. Must be able to obtain TWIC card and pass any required safety testing to include classes such as Basic Plus, OSHA 10 hour, etc...

May be required to obtain a driver’s license with a DOT hazardous endorsement if required. Must have state fire licenses (if required by state) or pass NICET Level II testing (if state licensing not required) in THREE disciplines of fire protection or have NICET 3 in TWO fire protection disciplines for appropriate areas of service prior to performing work within those areas. At Management discretion, can substitute 7 years of experience for one of the disciplines provided employee obtains third discipline within 12 months of hire or promotion to foreman.

Other Required Skills:

Consistently demonstrates the ability to operate assigned equipment meeting or exceeding service and quality targets. Ability to operate and maintain, reassemble and test electronic safety equipment in accordance with manufacturers’ specifications.

Meets or exceeds service and quality targets with demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems, regardless of complexity and take corrective action within policy and procedure limitations.

Knowledge of all regulatory standards pertaining to assigned responsibilities; i.e., State, OSHA, and NFPA regulations, etc.

Must have knowledge of applicable Code of Federal Regulations, Coast Guard and ABS regulations if offshore.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Proficiency in the care and use of all site specific, facility and customer required Personal Protection Equipment (PPE). Trained in Respiratory Protection and fully certified to wear respiratory breathing equipment (Fit Tested).

Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.

Initiative: Acts to prevent conditions from getting out of hand or to resolve an issue as they see fit and reports immediately. Is preauthorized to cope with issues and then report the results of their actions right away.

Interpersonal Communications: Ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process, safety, quality instructions, electrical schematics, and safe charts.) Ability to write technical reports and correspondence. Second language is a plus. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization preferred. Daily customer contact. Frequent contact with other facility personnel in order to understand issues. Frequent contact with less experienced personnel and customers training and coaching.

Complexity of Duties and Decisions: Duties involve the use of several procedures or processes and frequently uses judgment to arrange job details in order to achieve pre-determined objectives. Regularly troubleshoots, analyzes and resolves problems. May recommend or adapt procedures, techniques, tools, material and/or equipment to meet special needs while following prescribed codes and standards. Is expected to suggest process improvements. Supervisor reviews progress versus detailed check for technical adequacy and conformance with practice and policy. Frequently reviews work of others and teaches how to detect and correct errors.

Scope and Responsibility: Works under intermittent supervision: Objectives, priorities and deadlines are defined. Assistance is given with unusual situations that do not have clear objectives. Plans and carries out successive steps and resolves problems and deviations in accordance with instructions, policies, and accepted practices. May frequently serve as a lead (assists, trains, reviews work). Models, teaches and ensures compliance with all work practices, policies and procedures.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. Uses hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Shop, indoor and outdoor industrial environments. May be frequently exposed to cold, hot, wet, humid, outside weather conditions and vibration. Works in customer environment. May be exposed to high pressure, chemicals, and traffic. The noise level in work environment is usually moderate.

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