Fire Alarm and Special Hazard System Designer

Cosco Fire Protection; Spring Valley (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401 (k) with employer matching

Disability & Life Insurance Package

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

COSCO Fire Protection is seeking a CAD designer for fire protection systems in Nevada. You will design fire alarm and life safety drawings, prepare submittals, and maintain project documentation using AutoCAD. The role emphasizes accuracy, code compliance, and efficient workflow.

The ideal candidate has a CAD degree or equivalent, AutoCAD training, NFPA knowledge, and strong communication skills. A valid driver's license is required and certification in fire protection adds value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in CAD or equivalent experience in design/drafting fire alarm systems.
• Formal CAD system or AutoCAD training/experience.
• Strong understanding of NFPA codes & standards.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Attend project turnover meetings with design team and field supervisors.
• Create fire alarm and special hazard system drawings and submittal packages using AutoCAD.
• Prepare submittal documents and permit applications.
• Maintain and organize project drawing files and records.
• Develop templates and symbol libraries for future projects.
• Improve drawings with tools to increase quality and reduce time.
• Operate plotter, scanner and reproduction equipment.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

AutoCAD

Reading diagrams

MS Office

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CAD - Computer Aided Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

COSCO Fire Protection is a multifaceted, full service fire sprinkler and life safety systems company specializing in the installation, service and inspection of a wide variety of automatic fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm (life safety systems), kitchen suppression, extinguishers and special hazard systems throughout the West Coast. COSCO Fire Protection is currently expanding our service operations throughout all of our district locations and offers tremendous opportunities to those service minded individuals in the fire protection/life safety marketplace.

Responsibilities:

• Attend project turn over meetings with design supervisor, sales and field superintendent.
• Use AutoCAD and related tools to create fire alarm and special hazard system design drawings and submittal packages within the limits of system specifications, costs and planning.
• Prepare submittal documents and applications for permit.
• Maintain project drawing files, associated records and documentation in an orderly condition.
• Develop and maintain updated library of symbols & drawings (templates) for use on future projects.
• Develop spreadsheets and other tools to increase quality of drawings while decreasing time required on standard tasks.
• Operation of large plotter, scanner and reproduction equipment.
• Be able to work independently, with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in CAD - Computer Aided Design or equivalent experience in design / drafting Fire Alarm Systems.
• Formal CAD System or AutoCAD software training or experience.
• Basic working knowledge and understanding of fire alarm related electronics, codes and practices.
• Proficient with all basic computer skills and computer software applications including but not limited to MS Office & AutoCAD 2004 or higher.
• Proficient in reading and understanding Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical layouts and diagrams.
• Thorough working knowledge and understanding of NFPA codes & standards.
• Strong ability to follow directions given by supervisor to develop / design drawings.
• Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills.
• Good driving record with valid driver's license.
• Fire Certifications a plus.
• NICET Certification a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Package
• 401 (k) with employer matching
• Disability & Life Insurance Package
• Paid Vacation & Holidays

This position will offer a salary commensurate with experience along with an excellent benefit package. Only applicants that possess the minimum qualifications will be considered.