What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Sprinkler Install Lead Technician position at Pye-Barker, formerly Acadiana Security Plus?
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The Sprinkler Install Lead Technician leads individual jobs or multiple smaller, minimally complex jobs based on branch needs while remaining actively engaged in fieldwork. The Lead Technician may assist with providing direction, coordination, and oversight to team members while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and company standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Benefits And Perks
Pye-Barker is built on four core values – customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment – that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what’s right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day.
Our EEO Statement
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
The Sprinkler Install Lead Technician leads individual jobs or multiple smaller, minimally complex jobs based on branch needs while remaining actively engaged in fieldwork. The Lead Technician may assist with providing direction, coordination, and oversight to team members while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable codes and company standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate installation of fire sprinkler systems.
- Support technicians and apprentices on job sites.
- Independently perform installation using hand tools and equipment.
- Interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications for installation projects.
- Plan and manage individual or multiple small-scale jobs.
- Ensure compliance with NFPA standards, local codes, and company procedures.
- Review and complete required documentation and installation reports accurately and timely.
- Communicate effectively with customers, team members, and leadership.
- Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to team members.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
- Travel to job sites as required.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 8 years of experience in the fire and life safety industry as a technician or above.
- Must have at least 3 years of experience in a lead or supervisory role.
- NICET Level II or above preferred.
- Strong knowledge of fire sprinkler system installation practices and applicable codes.
- Must have a clean driving record and active driver’s license (if driving is required).
- Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
- Performs other duties assigned by management.
- Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, climbing ladders, and working in various environments.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Work performed in commercial, industrial, and construction environments.
- Exposure to varying conditions including heights, confined spaces, and active job sites.
Benefits And Perks
- Excellent pay
- Medical, dental, vision
- Company paid life insurance
- Company paid short-term disability
- 401K with employer match
- Paid vacation and company holidays
- Training and Career Development
- Company vehicle (if job applicable)
- Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees
Pye-Barker is built on four core values – customer-bias, trust, respect, and commitment – that serve as the north star for how we conduct business within our community and across our branches. As a group, we promise to do what’s right by our customers, community, and one another, each and every day.
Our EEO Statement
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.