Sprinkler Helper Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Scheduling
Assist in developing sequences of installation for mechanical and electrical components
Assist in establishing milestones for completion of various systems to allow sufficient time for
pre-testing and testing
Assist in establishing testing schedule for each subcontractor's individual components leading up
to coordinated testing of systems involving several contractors
Assist in establishing shop drawing and submittal schedules and see to their maintenance and
follow-up. Help identify long lead items, and see to their inclusion in the Master project
Schedule, including all updates Monitor compliance with all schedules
Assist in establishing job close-out schedules and implement specific procedures for close-out
including submittals of as-builts, O&M manuals and Owner's training
Shop Drawings and Submittals
Review for compliance with contract documents
Review for proper scope coordination among all trades and ensure that appropriate submittals are
exchanged among trades where necessary
Scope Coordination
Check-off list developed to show completion dates for Set-in-Place, Wired, Controlled, Testing,
and Accepted phases
Estimating and Preconstruction
Review mechanical and electrical preliminary estimates and preliminary schedules for accuracy
Review subcontractor budgets, scope sheets, qualifications, exclusions, etc.
Review subcontract proposals for scope, price and compliance with general contract
Facilitate VDC processes, if applicable.
Determine which systems will be considered in coordination activities
o Underground -plumbing, piping, conduits, grounding, shoring, foundations.
o Interstitial Space- ductwork, mechanical equipment, fire sprinkler, conduits and cabling,
piping, fire/smoke dampers, framing, structural steel, seismic bracing, lighting,
pneumatic tube, service access.
o Wall Framing and Rating - Piping, conduit, wall mounted equipment, j-boxes,
interference walls, damper framing, access doors, wall bracing, fire stopping.
o Roof and penthouse - Equipment curbs, sleepers, platforms, penetrations, vibration
isolation, discharge/intake proximity, equipment screens.
o Life Safety - Fire alarm, fire/smoke dampers, smoke detection, door closure, fire
sprinkler flow, central station dialing, air handling shut down, smoke evacuation,
elevator recall.
o Normal and Emergency Power - Utilities, Generators, switch gear, emergency and
egress lighting, transfer switches, load shedding and fuel oil systems.
o Medical and Imaging Equipment - Mechanical and electrical connections, owner
provided, contractor provided, anchorage, wall and ceiling backing.
o Low Voltage systems - BMS, lighting controls, fire alarm, smoke control, security,
telecom cabling, IT equipment cooling, fire alarm central stations dialing, control system
modem lines.
Other Responsibilities
Participate in weekly subcontractor's meeting, as necessary
Arrange special meetings and keep appropriate notes when necessary to coordinating
subcontractor's shop drawings, address special design problems with subcontractors and
consultants, etc.
Monitor on-site work to ensure compliance with contract requirements and schedule and
contribute progress information to periodic update
Inspect equipment, materials, and fabrications stored off-site to verify payment requests
Identify work of other trades which requires coordination with mechanical and electrical work
such as drywall, elevators, finish hardware, etc.
Assist Project Manager in reviewing change order request for scope and pricing
Assist in developing and implementing programs for temporary mechanical and electrical
systems and/or the temporary use of permanent systems
Make recommendations on subcontractor performance, abilities and suitability for bidding
certain jobs, and on key subcontractor personnel to request for certain jobs
Review mechanical and electrical payment requests and billing breakdowns
Develop and maintain working relationships with building, plumbing and electric inspectors
Perform manual work only in rare circumstances when, in employee's independent judgment,
exigent circumstances require it
Document final close-out and Owner's acceptance
Ability to travel as required by management
Ability to supervise multiple projects over a large geographic area as required by management
Complete other responsibilities as assigned
MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience
Extensive field construction experience at supervisory level
Technical background in electrical/mechanical trades
Knowledge of OSHA laws
Contractual background
Effective English verbal and written communication skills
Ability to identify, address and solve jobsite problems
Knowledge of craft labor assignments

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:

This role is eligible for the following benefits:medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.