Clean Agent Fire Suppression Foreman

The Hiller Companies, LLC has an immediate opening for Clean Agent Fire Suppression Foreman.  If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for fire protection and safety, we invite you to apply today.

The Hiller Companies is a leading provider of fire protection and safety solutions, dedicated to safeguarding lives and property all around the world. Headquartered in Mobile, Alabama, Hiller extends its reach globally as well as in domestic markets with offices across the United States. With over 100 years in the industry, our mission is to ensure the highest standards of safety and innovation in comprehensive fire protection services, including installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of critical fire and life safety equipment. Our team remains laser-focused on one goal – making the world a safer place.

Job Summary: The Clean Agent Fire Suppression Foreman is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing Clean Agent Fire Suppression and critical life safety systems. The Clean Agent Fire Suppression Foreman will lead technician crews who perform inspections, maintenance, repair and installation of fire suppression systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee, direct, and delegate appropriate tasks to technicians and assistants as needed to fulfill project completion deadlines, meet scheduling requirements, and exceed established goals and deadlines.
• Ensure sure all work complies with relevant codes and regulations.
• Accurately complete, execute and process paperwork/ electronic or paperless required by the office and corporate management systems.
• Ensure that all equipment is serviced in strict compliance with the manufacturer’s requirements.
• Conduct / coordinate necessary testing of the systems.
• Instruct and train personnel in the basic process of service, repair and/or system installation.
• Coordinate the daily work schedules and direct the daily tasks/ productivity of assigned employees.
• Maintain open communication with the customer and provide information to the customer as required via email, phone call, etc.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and follow all safety regulations and practices.
• Ensure proper maintenance and care of equipment – trucks, lifts, tools, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We Are Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• 4 years’ experience with Clean Agent Suppression Systems
• NICET II Certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and willingness to travel to client sites as needed.
• Solid understanding of fire suppression codes, standards, and regulations, including NFPA and relevant building codes.
• Ability to interact and communicate in a professional manner with other trades, customers, project managers, city officials, general contractors, etc.
• Comply with all company safety practices and policies.
• Maintain up to date technology skills, i.e use of company phone or tablet.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals for fire alarm equipment
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and team members.
• Ability to prepare and maintain all necessary paperwork.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and is occasionally required to lift and/or move heavy objects.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in various environments, including industrial facilities, commercial buildings, and outdoor settings, which can potentially expose employees to noise, dust, heat stress, thermal stress, low light conditions, heights, etc.
• Capable of standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.
• Ability to work at heights and in conned spaces as needed, which would require use of fall protection equipment and other safety devices
• Capable of using hand and power tools, including specialty tools resulting in cutting, grinding, drilling, fastening and other methods resulting in torque, vibration, noise, etc.

Hiller is a drug-free workplace, an equal opportunity employer and ADA compliant.  

We are proud to operate according to our Core Values:  Passion to Perform, Trust to Act, Act Responsibly, and Make it Fun.

Most employee benefits start from the first day of employment, including:

• Competitive compensation package, including pay advancement opportunities for industry certifications and continuing education.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental & vision insurance, retirement plans, company paid & voluntary life insurance, company paid short term disability, voluntary long term disability, critical illness & accident insurance and paid time off.
• Company-provided training, tools, and equipment, including $150 annual boot allowance for employees required to wear safety boots in their jobs.
• Career advancement potential within a growing company.

Join us in our mission to provide comprehensive fire protection solutions and peace of mind to our customers, and together, let’s make the world a safer place.