Fire Alarm Designer (APS)

Allied Fire Protection; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k)

Job summary

A fire protection services company in San Antonio is seeking a skilled technician to design fire alarm systems. Responsibilities include preparing AutoCAD drawings and coordinating project activities. Applicants should have a high school diploma, familiarity with industry codes, and 2-3 years of relevant experience. The role also involves assisting with technical documents and supporting sales efforts. Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and 401(k), is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Fire Alarm system design and AutoCAD.
• Construction experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform on site surveys.
• Prepare fire alarm drawings using AutoCAD.
• Calculate, design and coordinate a project from beginning to end.
• Coordinate technical documents with other disciplines/contractors.
• Modify and/or create processes to ensure consistent production and document control.
• Assist superintendents and field personnel on system and code applications.
• Assist sales department with system configuration and estimating projects.
• Maintain project drawing files and records.

Skills

Strong knowledge of industry codes such as IFC, NFPA, IBC, and NEC

Ability to read and interpret architectural, electrical and mechanical drawings

Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records

Ability to work in a fast-paced service/construction team environment

Strong customer service skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Ability to travel as needed

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

• Perform on site surveys
• Prepare fire alarm drawings using AutoCAD based from working both site visits and architectural prints
• Calculate, design and coordinate a project from beginning to end
• Coordinate technical documents with other disciplines/contractors
• Modify and/or create processes to ensure consistent production and document control
• Assist superintendents and field personnel on system and code applications
• Assist sales department with system configuration, specification review and code applications for estimating projects
• Maintain project drawing files and records

Knowledge

• High School diploma or GED is required
• Construction experience is a plus

Work Experience

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Fire Alarm system design and Auto CAD
• APS State of TX preferred

Skills And Competencies

• Strong knowledge of industry codes such as IFC, NFPA, IBC, and NEC
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, electrical and mechanical drawings
• Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records
• Ability to work in a fast-paced service/construction team environment
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel as needed

Physical Requirements

• 75% Office Setting, including sitting, some bending, some lifting, walking and viewing.
• 25% driving

AFP Alarm & Detection offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package including:

• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.