Sprinkler Construction Foreman

Company Overview

At CJ Suppression (CJS), A Fortis Fire & Safety Brand, we provide industry-leading fire protection services across the United States. Our ever-growing footprint can be seen in California, Florida, Texas, and Chicago and we are acquiring new brands all the time.

Our team provides a full spectrum of specialized and certified service professionals to support your company and protect your building with the peace of mind of properly installed and maintained fire and life safety systems.

Here at Fortis and throughout our family of brands, we value our employees and offer competitive benefits which include:

• 2 weeks of paid vacation
• 1 week of paid sick time
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• Other paid time off (jury duty, bereavement)
• Competitive pay
• 401k with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short-term Disability
• Supplemental Long-term Disability and Life Insurance Packages
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Working Foreman to lead fire protection system installations across a variety of construction projects, including tenant improvements, new builds, underground piping, and retrofits. This is a full-time, field-based role in California requiring hands-on expertise and leadership in fire sprinkler system installation. Project areas include: LA county, Orange County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County

As a Foreman, you will oversee a small crew, ensure compliance with NFPA 13 standards, and maintain high-quality workmanship that directly impacts life safety. You will interpret blueprints and fire codes, coordinate with project managers and design teams, and adapt plans to meet job site conditions. You’ll also mentor apprentices and enforce safety protocols in accordance with OSHA and company policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install fire sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA 13 standards and project specifications.
• Follow all safety regulations, including proper use of PPE and adherence to OSHA guidelines.
• Apply industry-standard practices and methods for fire protection system installation.
• Work independently under limited supervision, ensuring timely and compliant execution.
• Train and coach fire sprinkler apprentices, supporting skill development and safety awareness.
• Attend safety, training, and educational meetings to stay current on regulations and resolve job site issues.
• Perform work that consistently passes fire inspections and meets local requirements.
• Lead a team of 1–3, ensuring productivity and quality control.
• Travel to job sites using a company-provided vehicle, maintaining punctuality and professionalism.
• Prepare and maintain accurate written and electronic documentation (timesheets, work tickets, inspection reports, etc.).
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, team members, and project managers.
• Solve practical problems on-site and develop action plans to address challenges.
• Inform and document the need for change orders.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 4–5 years of fire sprinkler installation experience preferred, with a focus on commercial and tenant improvement projects.
• Proven experience in commercial construction or tenant improvement fire protection systems.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 13 and applicable California fire codes.
• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions; ability to travel to job sites.
• Valid California Fire Sprinkler Fitter Certification required.
• Basic understanding of measurements, layout, and pipe fitting techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and fire codes accurately.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed based on project demands.

Physical Requirements

• Staying on your feet all day.
• Lifting/carrying 50 pounds
• Comfortable with climbing and/or heights.
• Comfortable working in elevated areas for extended periods.
• Stamina for consistent tasks such as lifting, reaching side to side and overhead, climbing, stooping, squatting, kneeling, crawling, twisting, and bending.
• Repetitive hand and finger movements (simple and powerful) such as grasping, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
• Operate foot controls or repetitive foot movement.
• Cut, thread, assemble, and bond pipe according to equipment specifications.
• Secure pipes to structures with clamps and brackets using hand tools.
• Ability to work under any weather condition in outdoor and indoor environments.

Compensation

$30-$42/hour based on experience.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to stand for 8 hours, walk, sit, and climb stairs, or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.   The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Fortis Fire & Safety Inc. is an EEO Employer. We select people on the basis of skill, training, ability, attitude, and character without discrimination with regard to age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religious persuasion, marital status, political belief, or a disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions.