Foreperson Sprinkler Fitter

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you looking to join a growing team with opportunities to advance your career? If your answer is yes, Community Fire Prevention Ltd., sounds like the place for you!

WHO ARE WE?

Centrally located in Port Coquitlam, Community Fire Prevention Ltd., is a proud family owned and operated Canadian based business that has provided 35 years of fire prevention services to the Metro Vancouver area. We are a modern company with old-fashioned values and pride ourselves on being a trusted leader within the Fire Prevention industry. In addition to maintaining safe communities our core focus is to provide 'next-level' service through innovative solutions and meaningful connections. To achieve this, we rely heavily on our core values:

People First, Wow Every Customer, Everything is Possible and Own it!

Interested in learning more about our team? Check out our Instagram page!

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We are looking for Foreperson Sprinkler Fitter(s) to join our Sprinkler Construction Division full-time. As a Foreperson Sprinkler Fitter, you will lead the installation of a 6 story residential build in beautiful Squamish BC. Project anticipated to last 2 years, 

Key Responsibilities:

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, evaluating plans diagrams, specifications, schematics, and operational/product manuals in relation to work to be completed.
• Evaluating apprentices and journeypersons skillsets on the job.
• Tracking and maintaining project schedules.
• Site trade meetings as-well as representing our company and vision.
• Preparing take offs of material and labour requirements for work scopes.
• Assigning work to team members on site based on individual competencies as well as work scope and materials requirements.
• Liaising with clients along with, on-site supervision to ensure high levels of customer service and effective communication.
• Ensuring preparation and ordering of stock materials for execution of assigned daily work orders and optimizing material utilization.
• Examining and inspecting work progress, equipment, and worksites to ensure client specifications are met.
• Ensuring all work is executed using safe work practices and safety leadership is demonstrated in all aspects of the job.
• Completing daily reports of completed work orders and activities.
• Training and mentoring other team members including apprentices and field service labour.
• Performing in-field sprinkler commissioning, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance and on systems to including fire sprinkler wet systems, fire sprinkler dry systems, fire sprinkler pre-action systems, fire pumps, fire hydrants, backflow preventers and special hazard systems.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

You are an enthusiastic individual seeking a career full of growth and believe in our core values; you prioritize customer satisfaction by creating connection and value empowering others. The successful applicant will contribute to a respectful, flexible, and upbeat team environment that values diversity and inclusion for all.

The ideal candidate would have the following attributes, strengths and experience:

• Journeymen Sprinkler Fitting ticket.
• Minimum of 5 years experience installing and servicing sprinkler systems and associated piping.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience being a foreperson on sprinkler projects. Having run multiple projects is considered an asset. 
• Great Customer Service Skills.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Detail oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be self-motivated, resourceful, and proactive.
• Must have excellent English communication skills (verbal and written) and a positive friendly attitude.
• Able to work 40hrs per week (overtime and on-call rotation as needed).

PLEASE NOTE: Open to both internal and external applicants. Local applicants only. Candidates selected to fill this position will need to supply a Drivers Abstract and a Criminal Background Check.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Salary with incentive structures.
• Company Vehicle, Phone and Laptop.
• Benefits Package that includes extended medical, dental, life and AD&D, EAP, disability and vision care after three months.
• Group RRSP $7.00 per hour worked contributed by employer
• On the job training and opportunity for company paid education.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and energetic work environment / family friendly culture.
• Access to the ComFire Gym located in the Port Coquitlam office.
• Company social events.

INTERESTED IN THE NEXT STEP TO JOIN US?

If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please submit your resume today.

Comfire is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Should you have any questions regarding accommodation or how your unique abilities translate to the role please contact mailto:hr@comfire.cahr@comfire.ca. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.