Fire Sprinkler Designer

Impact Fire Services; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Weekly pay

Career advancement opportunities

Healthcare benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Disability insurance

401(k) company match

Shared Ownership Program

Guidance from managers

Collaborative culture

Training opportunities

Job summary

Impact Fire Services in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer to assist in preparing NFPA-compliant sprinkler shop drawings with AutoCAD. You will build knowledge in component selection, hydraulics, and code interpretation while surveying existing systems and assisting with field surveys.

Under the Design Manager, you will deliver quality fire protection designs, meet submittal deadlines, and pursue ongoing training to expand expertise in fire protection.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of fire sprinkler design experience.
• Mechanical and mathematical aptitude with strong desire to excel.
• Proven Autocad 2018 or higher proficiency and ability to learn new software.
• Computer fluency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills needed.
• Continuous employment for a period of three years.
• Occasional out of town travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Learn to prepare fire protection design drawings and hydraulic calculations, within time and budget constraints, for commercial and residential buildings in compliance with applicable codes for submittal and fabrication.
• The successful candidate must exhibit a desire to train on new systems and technologies.
• Continue to expand knowledge in the field of fire protection by on-the-job training and self-direction.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Mathematical aptitude

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Team player

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Field surveying

Job description

Established in 2009, Impact Fire Services was the vision of a group of experienced industry professionals that wanted to build a best-in-class fire protection and life safety company. Through superior customer service and technical expertise, we have developed long-standing relationships with the leading businesses in our markets. We are a full-service fire protection company, providing installation, maintenance, inspection, monitoring, and retrofit of fire safety systems. Come join a dynamic team of fire protection professionals, many of whom carry NICET and manufacturer certifications in leading brands. Impact Fire has deep experience supporting many industries including retail, healthcare, education and restaurants. Today, we operate over 52+ district offices and employ over 2,100 employees across multiple states throughout the USA.

At Impact Fire Services you can learn a trade with multiple career paths in fire and life safety while benefiting from an employee focused company culture that allows you to gain mentorship and training provided by leading experts at one of the fastest growing companies in the industry. Whether you have transferable skills, prior industry experience, or are looking to start your journey, our apprenticeship programs will give you the support and knowledge you need to go further in your career.

Why work with us?

At Impact Fire, we are a group of hardworking, dedicated fire protection professionals committed to protecting lives and property from fire. Our cohesive team spirit and customer service-oriented culture are expressed in all that we do. We operate with the belief that every team member plays a critical role in our success. We operate in 52+ district office locations across the United States, supporting industries ranging from retail and healthcare to education and restaurants.

Benefits of joining Impact Fire Services

When you join Impact Fire you will receive:

• Competitive compensation
• Pay is on a weekly cycle, every Friday
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Competitive benefits, including healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off and holidays
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Immediately vested in our 401(k) company match
• Full-time employees participate in our Shared Ownership Program which offers a monetary bonus aligned to the company's long-term success. This program fosters an ownership mindset and ensures that every employee meaningfully shares in the success they help create.
• Exceptional guidance and support from our managers
• Collaborative culture & environment
• Robust training opportunities with company reimbursement upon achieving required licensing
• Apprenticeship programs for fire sprinkler, fire alarm and inspection positions
• Opportunity to work alongside some of the best talent in the fire protection industry

Under the guidance of the Design Manager, the Fire Sprinkler Designer will assist in the preparation of NFPA compliant fire sprinkler shop drawings utilizing AutoCAD. This position will require the building of knowledge dealing with the selection of fire sprinkler system components, hazard analysis, fluid hydraulics, interpretation of code compliance requirements, and industry standards for the installation of fire protection systems. The candidate will assist in surveying existing fire protection systems, drawing preparation, material listing, and field survey as required to successfully install fire sprinkler systems. This position requires an eager and motivated team player with a positive, professional attitude and demeanor.

Fire Sprinkler Designer is to deliver quality products and services which meet or exceed the customer's and industry standards, and to achieve customer satisfaction through a unified commitment to job competency and unsurpassed service.

Job Qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years of fire sprinkler design experience.
• Mechanical and mathematical aptitude with strong desire to excel.
• Proven Autocad 2018 or higher proficiency and ability to learn new software.
• Computer fluency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills needed.
• Continuous employment for a period of three years.
• Occasional out of town travel may be required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Learn to prepare fire protection design drawings and hydraulic calculations, within time and budget constraints, for commercial and residential buildings in compliance with applicable codes for submittal and fabrication.
• The successful candidate must exhibit a desire to train on new systems and technologies.
• Continue to expand knowledge in the field of fire protection by on-the-job training and self-direction.

Successful completion of a drug test and pre-employment background screening is required. MVR checks are required for all driving positions.

Employment with an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) including disability/veterans.