Entry-Level Fire Sprinkler Designer

Western States Fire Protection; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%

Tuition Reimbursement

Annual Discretionary Bonus

Gym membership reimbursement

Job summary

A leading fire safety company is seeking a Fire Sprinkler Designer in Phoenix, Arizona. The ideal candidate will design and project manage fire sprinkler systems for commercial and residential buildings. Key responsibilities include reviewing construction documents, creating detailed drawings, and maintaining project schedules. Candidates should possess a technical degree, strong knowledge of AutoCAD and REVIT, and excellent problem-solving skills. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD/REVIT software.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Willing to pass a post-offer drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Design and project manage fire sprinkler systems for various buildings.
• Review construction documents and coordinate with subcontractors.
• Create detailed drawings through AutoCAD and AutoSprink.

Skills

AutoCAD

REVIT

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team coordination

Education

Applicable degree from a technical school or college

Tools

AutoSprink

HydraCAD

Job description

Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.

Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specialize in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

What We Offer

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
• 401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement

Fire Sprinkler Designer

This individual will design, coordinate, and possibly project manage the fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. He or she will design and create the finished representation for the sprinkler systems using drawing and drafting skills and tools. The drawings produced will be used as a guide by every other link in the chain of construction, both on-site and in the office. The designer will have responsibility for the initial planning of a project including scheduling of time, creating stock listing material, analyzing changes, and solving problems. Close coordination with the project manager, project superintendent, and sales representative will be required throughout the life of the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project’s sprinkler system
• Thorough use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities
• Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoDESK (AutoCAD/REVIT) and/or AutoSprink type programs
• Create stock list for all material required throughout the project
• Perform hydraulic calculations
• Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work
• Maintain design historical records for future use
• Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure the company is meeting customers’ expectations
• Coordinate with other departments within offices to ensure proper handover of job information
• Perform Project Manager functions as required
• Complete other assigned responsibilities as directed by immediate supervisor or other WSFP management personnel

Job Qualifications

• Applicable degree from a technical school or college
• Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD/REVIT, AutoSprink, HydraCAD, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software a plus
• Project management experience a plus
• Possess good communication skills
• Willing to coordinate and work well with others
• Willing to pass a post-offer drug screen test, background and reference check

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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