Fire Alarm Designer

Firetrol Protection Systems; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short and long term disability

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company match

Training and education opportunities

Job summary

Firetrol Protection Systems, based in San Antonio, Texas, is seeking a dedicated Fire Alarm Designer to join our team of experts. The role involves designing fire alarm systems and ensuring code compliance using AutoCAD.

Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in fire alarm layouts and be proficient in AutoCAD 2019 or newer. Firetrol offers exceptional wages, benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years’ experience with Fire Alarm systems.
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2019 or newer.
• Knowledge of required codes.

Responsibilities

• Design and layout of Fire Alarm systems in AutoCAD.
• Communicate technical concepts to sales reps and customers.
• Build equipment submittals.

Skills

Fire Alarm systems layout per NFPA 72 & 101

AutoCAD 2019 or newer

Access Control systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Founded in 1984, Firetrol is the national leader in fire protection & life safety services. We are currently seeking a Fire Alarm Designer to join our team of over 1,200 of the best fire protection and security professionals in the industry.

CAD Designer Summary

The Fire Alarm Systems Designer has specific expertise in the design and CAD layout of fire alarm systems for various facilities in our Texas jurisdictions. Each product is designed and engineered to meet specific customer needs.

CAD Designer Responsibilities

• Communicate technical concepts to sales reps, operations team, and customers.
• Design and layout of Fire Alarm systems in AutoCAD per code requirements.
• The layout of Access Control systems in AutoCAD per code requirements.
• Build equipment submittals.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative of the experience, skill, and ability required..

Education and Experience

• Prefer 2 years’ experience with Fire Alarms systems layout per NFPA 72 & 101.
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2019 or newer.
• Prefer 2 years’ experience, Access Control, and Fire Alarm systems.
• Edwards alarm system experience preferred but not required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Competency Requirements - Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of required codes.
• Ability and willingness to engage with local AHJ’s to discuss local code requirements.
• Self-starter without need for oversight.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong work ethic with a positive attitude.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and juggle multiple priorities with strict deadlines.
• Accepts responsibility for design.
• Ability to analyze, identify, and follow up to resolve discrepancies.

Outstanding Wages, Benefits and Career Growth - Firetrol offers competitive wages and top-of-the-line benefits that include health, dental vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off and a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting. Additionally Firetrol sponsors training and education opportunities. Most importantly, Firetrol offers career growth opportunities, not just a job.