Fire Sprinkler Designer - Rocklin/Sacramento

Cosco Fire Protection; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Cosco Fire Protection in Sacramento designs, installs, and services fire sprinkler systems. The role uses AutoCAD/AutoSprink for design drawings, BIM coordination in Navisworks and Revit, and prepares submittals and permit documents. Candidates should have 3+ years in fire sprinkler design and strong communication skills, with a valid driver’s license. The company offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of fire sprinkler design experience utilizing CAD or AutoSprink software.
• Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Office and AutoCAD 2018 or higher.
• Proficient in reading architectural, electrical, mechanical layouts and diagrams.
• Basic knowledge of fire alarm electronics, codes and practices.
• Understanding of NFPA codes & standards.
• Ability to follow supervisor directions to develop/design drawings.
• Valid driver’s license; driving record required.
• NICET certification a plus.
• Fire certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Attend project turnover meetings with design supervisor, project manager and field superintendent.
• Create fire sprinkler design drawings and submittal packages using AutoCAD/AutoSprink within system specs, costs and planning.
• Prepare submittal documents and permit applications.
• Include all views and dimensions necessary for installation.
• Perform BIM modeling for coordination using Navisworks and Revit.
• Manage material stock listing and purchasing for projects.
• Maintain project drawing files and documentation.
• Develop and maintain symbol/drawing libraries for future projects.
• Develop tools to increase quality of drawings and reduce task time.
• Operate plotter, scanner and reproduction equipment.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fire sprinkler CAD design

AutoCAD

AutoSprink

BIM modeling

Navisworks

Revit

MS Office

Strong communication

Education

NICET certification preferred

Tools

AutoCAD 2018+

AutoSprink

Navisworks

Revit

MS Office

Job description

COSCO Fire Protection is a multifaceted, full‑service fire sprinkler and life safety systems company specializing in the installation, service and inspection of a wide variety of automatic fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm (life safety systems), kitchen suppression, extinguishers and special hazard systems throughout the West Coast. COSCO Fire Protection is currently expanding its service operations throughout all of its district locations and offers tremendous opportunities for service‑oriented individuals in the fire protection and life safety marketplace.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Attend project turnover meetings with design supervisor, project manager and field superintendent.
• Use AutoSprink, AutoCAD and related tools to create fire sprinkler design drawings and submittal packages within the limits of system specifications, costs and planning.
• Prepare submittal documents and applications for permit.
• Include all views and dimensions necessary for installation.
• Perform BIM modeling for coordination using Navisworks and Revit.
• Handle stock listing and purchasing of all material for projects.
• Maintain project drawing files, associated records and documentation in an orderly condition.
• Develop and maintain an updated library of symbols & drawings (templates) for future projects.
• Develop spreadsheets and other tools to increase quality of drawings while decreasing time required on standard tasks.
• Operate large plotter, scanner and reproduction equipment.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of fire sprinkler design experience utilizing CAD or AutoSprink software.
• Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with all basic computer skills and software applications including, but not limited to, MS Office and AutoCAD 2018 or higher.
• Proficient in reading and understanding architectural, electrical, mechanical layouts and diagrams.
• Basic working knowledge and understanding of fire alarm related electronics, codes and practices.
• Thorough working knowledge and understanding of NFPA codes & standards.
• Strong ability to follow directions given by supervisor to develop/design drawings.
• Good driving record with a valid driver’s license.
• Fire certifications a plus.
• NICET certification a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance package.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Disability and life insurance package.
• Paid vacation and holidays.

This position will offer a salary commensurate with experience along with an excellent benefit package. Only applicants that possess the minimum qualifications will be considered.

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.