Fire Alarm Designer and Project Coordinator

Cosco Fire Protection; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cosco Fire Protection is seeking a Fire Alarm Designer & Project Coordinator in Fresno, CA to support our A&D Division's growth. The role blends design tasks with project coordination, ensuring accurate drawings, submittals, and smooth turnover from sales to operations.

The ideal candidate will have 2–5+ years of relevant experience, familiarity with NFPA 72, AutoCAD, and strong organizational skills. NICET certification is preferred and ongoing development is encouraged.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of fire alarm field, design, or coordination experience required.
• NICET certification preferred; Level III a plus; pursuing certification encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Develop fire alarm layouts, riser diagrams, device placement drawings and perform battery/voltage drop calculations.
• Prepare submittals for AHJ review and permitting.
• Review drawings to ensure NFPA 72 compliance and codes.
• Assist in material takeoffs and BOM development.
• Maintain drawing revisions and as-built documentation.
• Coordinate with Sales and Operations for scope and accuracy.

Skills

Fire alarm design

Coordination

Drafting

Education

NICET Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Fresno, CA District Office of Cosco Fire Protection is seeking a motivated and technically capable Fire Alarm Designer & Project Coordinator to support the continued growth of our A&D (Alarm & Detection) Division.

This is a growth-oriented dual-role position designed for an individual who is developing strong fire alarm design capability while also supporting project coordination and departmental operations. The right candidate will play a critical role in helping build scalable systems, strengthen internal coordination, and support technical execution as our division expands in the Denver market.

This role reports directly to the A&D Operations Manager and offers clear growth potential as the division continues to scale.

Job Responsibilities

Design & Technical Responsibilities:

• Develop fire alarm system layouts, riser diagrams, device placement drawings, and perform battery and voltage drop calculations.
• Prepare and organize submittal packages for AHJ review and permitting.
• Review construction drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with NFPA 72 and applicable codes.
• Assist in material takeoffs and bill-of-material development.
• Maintain drawing revisions and support as-built documentation.
• Work closely with Sales and Operations to validate scope and ensure technical accuracy.

Project Coordination Responsibilities:

• Serve as coordination link between Sales, Field Technicians, Superintendent, and Operations.
• Track project milestones including submittals, approvals, permitting status, and material release.
• Support project turnover from sales to operations with organized documentation.
• Assist with change documentation and internal communication flow.
• Participate in internal coordination meetings as needed.
• Assist with administrative project coordination tasks including document uploads, submittal tracking, and support for pay applications.

Department Support Responsibilities:

• Assist with permitting processes and AHJ submission tracking.
• Support parts ordering and inventory coordination.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation standards.
• Provide administrative and coordination support to ensure project execution remains efficient and structured.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of fire alarm field, design, or coordination experience required.
• NICET certification preferred. NICET Level III is a plus; candidates actively working toward certification are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Working knowledge of NFPA 72 and related life safety codes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (or similar drafting software) required.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and project specifications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Bluebeam experience preferred.
• Field installation or service experience strongly preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This role has no direct reports but will provide coordination support to field personnel and assist in technical guidance when needed.

Job Type

Full-time

Job Location

Fresno, CA

Compensation & Benefits

Cosco offers a competitive base salary, full benefits package, and significant growth potential as the A&D Division continues to expand. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and certification level.

Cosco Fire Protection, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications are encouraged from all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, marital status, domestic-partner status, religious creed, medical/physical/mental condition, sexual orientation, Veteran status, or age.

NOTE: A drug screen and criminal background check may be required for Cosco applicants.