Fire Sprinkler Design Trainee

Century Fire Protection; Magnolia (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short-term & Long-term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(K) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Relief Fund

Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident

Job summary

Century Fire Protection is seeking candidates for an entry-level position designed to provide hands-on training in fire protection design, NFPA standards, and CAD-based drafting. You will assist in the design and preparation of fire sprinkler system drawings under supervision.

The role offers an opportunity to gain practical experience, learn industry standards, and interact with project managers. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, and a 401(K) plan with matching.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or technical degree preferred; interest or coursework in drafting, design, engineering, or construction.
• Basic computer proficiency is necessary.
• Familiarity with CAD software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and layout fire sprinkler systems using CAD software.
• Apply NFPA standards and local fire codes.
• Prepare design layouts and material lists.
• Perform basic hydraulic calculations.
• Coordinate with project managers and field personnel.

Skills

Design and layout of fire sprinkler systems

Understanding NFPA standards

Basic computer proficiency

Experience with CAD software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or technical degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

AutoCAD

SprinkCad

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Century Fire Protection Houston - Magnolia, TX 77355

Position Type: Full Time

Div. 167 Houston, TX

Summary

This entry-level position is designed to provide hands-on training in fire protection design, NFPA standards, and CAD-based drafting, leading to greater design responsibility as experience and skills develop; assists in the design, layout, and preparation of fire sprinkler system drawings under close supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Learn how to design and layout fire sprinkler systems using CAD software.
• Learn and apply NFPA standards, local fire codes, and building regulations.
• Prepare preliminary design layouts, material lists, and fabrication drawings.
• Perform basic hydraulic calculations under supervision.
• Coordinate with project managers, field personnel, and other trades to ensure design accuracy.
• Maintain accurate and organized project files, drawings, and documentation.
• Support the submittal preparation process and review of technical data sheets.
• Participate in job site visits to gain understanding of installation practices.
• Learn company design procedures, standards, and quality control processes.
• Assist in revising drawings based on feedback from engineers, AHJs (Authority Having Jurisdiction), or clients.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or technical degree preferred; interest or coursework in drafting, design, engineering, or construction.

Computer Skills

• Basic computer proficiency; Microsoft Office Applications, experience with AutoCAD or SprinkCad a plus.

Physical Demands

Work is performed in both office and field environments. In office required to sit for extended periods, use hands to operate computers and standard office equipment; communicate effectively by phone and email; While visiting job sites, walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders, bend, stoop, and navigate uneven surfaces; lift up to 25–30 pounds; visual acuity required to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and perform detailed inspections; may occasionally be exposed to varying weather conditions, dust, or noise while on job sites.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Relief Fund
• Supplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident