Curtis Cohen
LaFayette,GA
Summary
Seasoned Fire Protection Superintendent with over 5 years of hands-on experience in project management, NFPA compliance, and team leadership. Skilled in overseeing the installation and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems, ensuring projects are completed on time and within specifications. Known for excellent problem-solving capabilities and the ability to communicate effectively with client and teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent
Chattanooga Fire Protection
Chattanooga, TN
03.2024 - Current
- Planned, managed and coordinated construction activities to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Led a team of 15+ in the successful completion of over 30 commercial and residential fire protection projects, ensuring compliance with NFPA standards.
- Worked with the Fire Marshal's, AHJ, and 3rd party inspectors in over 30 cities to ensure compliance with NFPA standards over our scope of work.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding project status updates and timeline adjustments.
- Maintained accurate records such as daily logs, time sheets, inspection reports, for each project.
- Delivered oral briefings weekly to inform managerial staff.
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
Chattanooga Fire Protection
Chattanooga, TN
03.2020 - 03.2024
- Lead Foreman on over 30 projects to ensure completion of sprinkler system's scope of work in a timely and effective manner.
- Installed fire sprinkler systems in commercial and residential buildings according to blueprints and specifications.
- Tested newly installed fire sprinkler systems for proper operation and water flow.
- Repaired existing fire sprinkler systems by replacing defective components, such as pipes, valves, nozzles, heads, and fittings.
- Maintained records of installation and repair activities on job sites.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on all types of fire suppression equipment, including wet pipe systems, dry pipe systems, pre-action systems, and antifreeze systems.
- Oversaw installation process for electric and diesel fire pumps
- Performed 5-year inspections.
- Installed underground piping for the sprinkler systems.
- Operated heavy equipment.
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
Double D Piping LLC
Cleve, TN
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Installed fire sprinkler systems in commercial and residential buildings according to blueprints and specifications.
- Tested newly installed fire sprinkler systems for proper operation and water flow.
- Repaired existing fire sprinkler systems by replacing defective components, such as pipes, valves, nozzles, heads, and fittings.
- Maintained records of installation and repair activities on job sites.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on all types of fire suppression equipment, including wet pipe systems, dry pipe systems, pre-action systems, and antifreeze systems.
- Oversaw installation process for electric and diesel fire pumps
Fire Sprinkler Apprentice
Chattanooga Fire Protection
Chattanooga, TN
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Installed fire sprinkler systems according to blueprints, drawings and specifications.
- Assisted in the fabrication of fire sprinkler pipes using threading machines and other tools.
- Inspected equipment for proper operation prior to installation.
- Performed testing procedures on newly installed systems to ensure functionality.
- Repaired existing systems when needed by replacing faulty components or sections of piping.
- Cleaned work areas after completing installations or repairs in order to maintain a safe environment.
- Used ladders, scaffolding and lifts as necessary in order to reach elevated work areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
LaFayette High School
Lafayette, GA05-2012
Skills
- Project Management
- NFPA Standards
- Safety Compliance
- Leadership and vision
- Construction supervision
- Continuous Improvement, Problem Solving
- Blueprint and schematic understanding
- Staff management, team coordination
- Process updates, effective communication
Certification
- OSHA 10 and OSHA 30
Timeline
Superintendent
Chattanooga Fire Protection
03.2024 - Current
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
Chattanooga Fire Protection
03.2020 - 03.2024
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
Double D Piping LLC
02.2019 - 03.2020
Fire Sprinkler Apprentice
Chattanooga Fire Protection
02.2017 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
LaFayette High School
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