OUR MANAGEMENT TEAM
Hunter Brendle is President of Brendle Sprinkler Company, Inc. and is based in Montgomery, Alabama. Brendle Sprinkler was founded in 1960 by Hunter’s grandfather and uncle and was then led for over 40 years by Hunter’s father, Kit Brendle. Hunter started as a teenager working in the shop, moved on to working in the field as a helper and apprentice, then later transitioned into the office. Hunter strives to protect Brendle Sprinkler’s respected legacy and reputation and is proud to be the Brendle family’s third generation in fire protection.
Hunter is currently on the Board of Directors for the American Fire Sprinkler Association and the board of the Alabama Fire Sprinkler Association where he was also formerly the president. Hunter serves on many AFSA committees including National Convention committee, Membership committee, NextGen committee, and Public Education & Awareness committee. He has achieved NICET Level III in Water-Based Systems Layout, Florida Fire Protection Contractor II, and is a graduate of AFSA’s Apprenticeship Training Series. Additionally, Hunter is a proud board member for the Tony Bice Memorial Golf Tournament, which has raised over a million dollars for Alabama burn care facilities. Hunter enjoys coaching sports and he and his wife, Bethany, have three beautiful children: Fischer, Avonlea, and Archer.
Gail Brendle is the Chief Administration Manager of Brendle Sprinkler. Gail graduated from Auburn University then began with the company in 1976. She loves being a “GB” to her grandchildren, as well as taking care of Brendle employees as if they were her own family.
F. C. "Kit" Brendle, Jr. is the Retired G.O.A.T. and Special Consultant of Brendle Sprinkler Company. Kit graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Industrial Engineering. He began with the company in 1971 and served 3 times as the President of the Alabama Fire Sprinkler Association. Kit is married to Gail and they have three children: Jay, Hunter, and Jenna. One of Kit's greatest sayings is "The world would be a much better place if everyone just learned to alternate their merge."
REGIONAL MANAGERS
Aron Andrews is the Regional Manager of the Tuscaloosa office. He has been with the company since 2022 with experience in the fire sprinkler business since 2005. He has a NICET Level III in Fire Protection Water-Based Systems Layout. Aron lives in Tuscaloosa with his wife, Teri, and their two daughters: Avery and Emory.
Dustin Green is the Regional Manager for our Huntsville Office. He has been with the company since 2006. Dustin has a NICET Level II in Fire Protection Water-Based Systems Layout and is a graduate of AFSA’s Apprenticeship Training Series. Dustin started off as a helper in the fire sprinkler industry and has put in the time, hard work, and education to take over the Huntsville office in 2021. Dustin and his wife, Jennifer, have three children: Kadence, Emma, and Bennett.
MONTGOMERY OFFICE
NEW CONSTRUCTION
Gene Taylor serves as the Vice President of Field Operations at Brendle Sprinkler. Gene has been with the company since 1996. He worked for 23 years as a pipe fitter and came into the office to take on the role as Field Superintendent in 2020. Gene continues to grow in his role with Brendle Sprinkler and currently serves on the Alabama Fire Sprinkler Association Board. Gene has a NICET Level II in Fire Protection Water-Based Systems Layout and is a graduate of AFSA’s Apprenticeship Training Series. Gene and his wife, Sandi, have three children: Harleigh, Jeci, and Logan.
Alex Adams is our Estimator/Project Manager. Alex graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Exercise Science. Alex has been with the company since 2022. He is a NICET Level II in Fire Protection Water-Based Systems Layout. Alex is married to Erin, who recently also joined the Brendle Sprinkler family.
John L. Goodman, (Junior) serves as our Field Superintendent. Junior has been with the company since 1971. He worked for 27 years as a pipe fitter and came into the office to take over Superintendent in 1998. Junior is a graduate of AFSA’s Apprenticeship Training Series and he recently celebrated his 50 year work anniversary with us! Junior has helped guide Brendle Sprinkler and many employees throughout his 50+ years of employment. Junior lives in Fleahop, Alabama with his wife Deborah.
Ken Helton is our Senior Design Manager. Ken has 30+ years in automatic sprinkler system layout and in January 1990 he obtained a Senior Engineering Technician certification in Fire Protection Engineering Technology Automatic Sprinkler System Layout (NICET Level IV Cert. #075522). He has been with Brendle since 2005.
Dale Munroe is our Safety Manager and Field Superintendent. During his 30+ years with the company, Dale has spent time in different departments. Dale was previously over our purchasing operations until November 2023 when he stepped into the new role of Safety and Superintendent. Dale is a NICET Level II in Inspection and in Testing of Water-Based Systems and is a graduate of AFSA's Apprenticeship Training Series. Known as Pop Pop to his grandchildren, Dale lives in Wetumpka, Alabama with his wife, Natalie. They have three children, David, Ryan, and Sarah, and many beloved grandchildren.
Jackson Powell is an Estimator/Project Manager. Jackson graduated Auburn University with a degree in Agricultural Business and Economics. Jackson currently lives in Montgomery, Alabama.
SERVICE WORK
Charles T. Bierlair has been with the company since 1977 and is our Service and Inspections Manager. He is a NICET Level IV in Fire Protection Layout and Level III in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems. He has also served as the President of the Alabama Fire Sprinkler Association. Charles has worked with NICET on testing and has served as consultant to many AHJ's, Design Teams, and Construction professionals with his knowledge of Fire Sprinkler Protection. Charles currently lives in Montgomery with his wife, Pam.
Randy Stephens has been with Brendle since 1986. Randy serves as the Service Superintendent for the Service Department. Randy is a graduate of AFSA’s Apprenticeship Training Series. Randy and his wife, Patty, currently live in Wetumpka, Alabama.
Shawn Roeten began his career with Brendle in 1994. Shawn currently handles our Internal Inspections as well as assisting as a Field Superintendent and Project Manager. Shawn is a graduate of AFSA’s Apprenticeship Training Series. Shawn and his wife, Kimberly, live in Wetumpka, Alabama.
INSPECTION AND TESTING
Larry W. Munroe, started with Brendle in 1982, is our Inspections Manager. Larry is a NICET Level III in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems. Larry and his wife, Terry, have two children, Josh and Haley, and three adored grandchildren.
Josh Hunt handles our Backflow Testing, as well as assists in our Inspections Department with scheduling. Josh is a NICET Level III in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems. Josh and his wife Marijac have two boys, Austin and Barrett.
Justin Postma is our Inspections Manager for the Huntsville office. Justin is a NICET Level III in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems.
OFFICE PERSONNEL
Hayden Bierlair currently serves as our Administration Manager. Hayden started at Brendle in 2013. Hayden and his wife, Haley, currently live in Wetumpka, Alabama.
Nick Letlow began his career with Brendle in 2002. Nick recently has taken over as our Purchasing Manager and works directly with our New Construction and our Service and Inspections Department.
Bethany Brendle joined Brendle sprinkler in 2022 taking over our Accounts Receivable. Bethany graduated from Auburn University with a Masters in Education. During Bethany's spare time, she enjoys being an underpaid uber driver for her family.
Erin Adams is our Human Resources and Safety Coordinator. Erin graduated from Auburn University with a Bachelor's degree in psychology and a Master’s degree in Education. Erin came over to Brendle in 2025 after many years in education. Erin is happily married to our estimator, Alex.