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JOB SUMMARY:

The purpose of the Fire Alarm & Security Superintendent to establish, coordinate, and manage all field activities of fire alarm installation.  Work with and through the Branch office, to ensure adherence to SFP's quality program including procedures and work instructions, as it relate to field activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Schedule all field activities, beginning with the pre-construction meeting (coordinate with sales and design personnel on completing the Preconstruction Package and Meeting Template) to schedule installation (check for permit and approved plans).Visit job site regularly to push coordination of work with other trades.
• Coordinate with customer, AHJ's, Designers and others relevant to ensure clarification of the project.
• Work in the field to install systems along with foreman and apprentices.
• In coordination with ASH Manager, schedule staffing for each week using the Weekly Manpower Report and schedule all jobs over a 3-month period using the 3
• Month Manpower Planning Report which is updated twice each month.
• Establish materials on job dates based on project schedule.
• Get all material, plans, and information to the Foreman in charge before the job starts. Ensure contact with project GC/Superintendent to ensure they know you and the assigned Foreman are points of contact for the project.
• Coordination with purchasing department or office POC to ensure all materials are ordered and delivered.
• Purchase or rent all equipment needed for each job and specific need.
• Participate in weekly progress report meetings to communicate the percent of the job roughed in, the percent of the job complete and the overall status of construction.Communicate the expected duration of rough in, duration of completion.Observe and communicate changes to the original design.
• Follow up on punch-lists and ensure the customer signs off when completed.
• Report any scheduling issues, personnel issues, safety concerns, or incidents to your direct supervisor in a timely manner.
• Review employee time sheets, reports, and training records for accuracy and submit them on time in accordance with company policy.  
• Ensure all assigned employees are complying with their job requirements and assigned tasks.
• Review all field employees per company policy.  In cases where disciplinary action is required, suspensions and terminations are to be coordinated with the FA&S
• Manager with appropriate documentation entered in personnel files.
• Ensure the company provided vehicle is clean and well maintained in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure that all tools are maintained in proper working order.  If damaged, ensure that tools are labeled indicating their status.New tools purchases are to be coordinated with the District Manager.  Ensure that each quarter, each Foreman completes a tool inventory checklist and reports any lost or stolen tools.
• Understand and follow SFP's Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures.Ensure all required safety training is scheduled and conducted in accordance with company policy.  Ensure all field employees know where all related safety documentation are at all times on each project.
• Coordinate and ensure training for Alarm Foreman and Alarm Apprentices is scheduled and conducted per company policies.
  Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job qualifications.

Education, Training, Certifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• NICET or state specific certification, preferred.

Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements:

• 3 years Fire Life Safety Industry experience, specifically in Fire Alarm, required.
• NICET Level 1 Fire Alarm Certification, required.
• 3 years of professional computer skills, preferred.

Communication Skills:

• Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.

Systems and Software Skills:

• 1+ years using business intelligence systems, Sage 300 CRE, or similar, preferred.

Other Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
• Must be able to comply with SFP's Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
• Must be able to travel 90% of the time, locally.

PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to bend, ascend, and descend step stools, ladders, and stairs, kneel, lift <50lbs, reach above and below shoulders, stand and walk for extended periods of time.  Employee is required to see in color, close and far distances, peripheral, depth, and adjust focus. Employee will occasional be required to balance, crouch, drive, kneel, lift >50lbs, sit, stoop, twist, and work at heights.

Work Environment:

Employees will regularly be required to work outside and exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, and noise. Employee will occasionally be required to work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with others.   Employee must consistently wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies while visiting locations.

We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

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