Looking for a company that values your skills, respects your contributions, and gives you the tools to thrive?
With more than 145 years as a family-owned business, we’ve built a reputation as one of the best mechanical and fire protection contractors in the country. We pride ourselves on delivering unmatched quality and innovation while providing you with job stability, opportunities for career progression, and support. We have an exciting opportunity for a Special Hazards/Fire Alarm Service Superintendent located in St. Louis, MO.
The Special Hazards/Fire Alarm Superintendent is involved in managing the field technicians, equipment, and material procurement, supporting the Operations team with scheduling of inspections and small to mid-sized project installations. You are responsible for scheduling and conducting on-site safety audits to ensure the safety of employees and the worksite. You will be involved in performing inspections, testing, and installing small to mid-sized projects. You will monitor and report on the progress and outcome of each inspection and project, problem-solve, and make adjustments as needed to maintain the quality, safety, and profitability of each job. You will be responsible for managing employees, management responsibilities which include attracting, hiring, and conducting performance reviews of each employee. In addition, you will need to coach, mentor, develop, train, and terminate employees.
Qualified candidates will have a High School Diploma and have construction or service experience in the Special Hazards/Fire Alarm industry. Candidates must have a clean driving record to operate company vehicles, travel locally throughout the St. Louis, MO region for the position, and pass an appropriate drug screen and physical. Successful candidates must be self-starters, able to lead and direct others, have a strong mechanical background, have a good working and learning attitude, and be able to work in a fast-paced service environment.
What’s in it for you?
At Ahern, we understand that life is more than just work - and we’re committed to supporting our employees in every aspect of their lives. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to give you the flexibility, security, and support you need to thrive - at work and at home.
By joining Ahern, you’ll gain the stability of a company that’s been a leader in the industry since 1880, the pride of doing meaningful work, and the support of a team dedicated to your success. Don’t settle for just any job—experience what it’s like to work for the best!
Ahern is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Ahern is a mechanical and fire protection contractor specializing in HVAC, Plumbing, Building Controls, Sprinkler, Extinguisher & Alarm and Fabrication for construction and service projects. Founded in 1880, the company has over 1,700 employees servicing commercial and industrial customers across the United States. We partner on new construction or retrofit projects, service existing facilities, and provide prefabricated systems while reducing client risk on projects of all sizes.
Ahern's Core Purpose:
To create and maintain systems that save lives, improve the environment, and ensure personal comfort and well-being.
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