Summit Fire & Security
Designer
Summit Fire & Security, Fort Myers, Florida, United States, 33916
Are you interested in working for the nation’s leading fire protection company and beginning a rewarding and satisfying career that helps save the lives of thousands each year? Do you want to be a part of a growing and expanding team of industry experts? If so, exploring career opportunities with Summit Fire & Security may be right for you!
JOB SUMMARY:
The Designer position is responsible for operating with minimal supervision while completing project designs and submittals. Expected to be very familiar with SFS’s quality documents, procedures, and work instructions as they relate to the design function.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Design automatic sprinkler systems including fire pumps, tanks, wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems using working knowledge of fire sprinkler codes.Perform hydraulic calculations for each design.Prepare submittal packages to send to (AHJ) Authority Having Jurisdiction and subsequent correspondence to achieve design approval.Participate in coordination meetings with contractor.Participate in design kick-off meetings.With assistance from the Design Manager, a Senior Sprinkler Designer, or others, prepare fabrication lists for pipe fabrication vendor and requisition materials for the job.With assistance from the Design Manager, a Senior Sprinkler Designer, or others, perform field surveys to ensure design is appropriate for structure.Assist field personnel with design-related installation issues.Prepare and submit final job close-out documents after final acceptance testing.Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures. Employee must know where all related safety documentation is at all times on each project.Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of the latest technology, codes, and standards changes.Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully; however, in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications, and Experience may meet the job qualifications.
Education, Training, Certifications:
HS Diploma or equivalent required.NICET II or NICET III and/or state required certification required. Equivalent experience will be considered assuming the individual pursues NICET education.
Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements:
1-2 years’ experience as a sprinkler designer, required.Construction experience, Mechanical aptitude, basic and advanced math skills, required.
Communication Skills:
Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
Systems and Software Skills:
Ability to operate a computer, use Microsoft Office required.Familiarity with HydraCad and/or other CAD software, preferred.
Other Qualifications:
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer-specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for long periods. The employee will occasionally be required to bend, kneel, balance, lift
Work Environment:
The employee will consistently be required to work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with others. Employees will occasionally be required to work outside and be exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, and noise. The employee will be occasionally required to wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies while visiting locations.
Benefits
Summit Fire & Security offers extensive training opportunities, career advancement, competitive pay, bonus opportunities, along with an industry-leading and affordable benefits package for eligible employees. Our benefits package includes:Paid Vacation and HolidaysMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k) Plan with Company MatchFlexible Spending AccountsLong-Term Disability – Employer PaidShort-Term Disability – Employer PaidAdditional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital IndemnityLife Insurance for Team Members and DependentsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral Program
Our Core Values
We are PASSIONATE about life safetyWe have INTEGRITY (Do the right thing)We work in PARTNERSHIP with our customers and communityWe constantly strive for OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE (Do things right)Summit Fire & Security participates in E-Verify & in alignment with our commitment to safety, we promote a drug-free workplace. Summit Fire & Security is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
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JOB SUMMARY:
The Designer position is responsible for operating with minimal supervision while completing project designs and submittals. Expected to be very familiar with SFS’s quality documents, procedures, and work instructions as they relate to the design function.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Design automatic sprinkler systems including fire pumps, tanks, wet, dry, pre-action, and deluge systems using working knowledge of fire sprinkler codes.Perform hydraulic calculations for each design.Prepare submittal packages to send to (AHJ) Authority Having Jurisdiction and subsequent correspondence to achieve design approval.Participate in coordination meetings with contractor.Participate in design kick-off meetings.With assistance from the Design Manager, a Senior Sprinkler Designer, or others, prepare fabrication lists for pipe fabrication vendor and requisition materials for the job.With assistance from the Design Manager, a Senior Sprinkler Designer, or others, perform field surveys to ensure design is appropriate for structure.Assist field personnel with design-related installation issues.Prepare and submit final job close-out documents after final acceptance testing.Understand and follow SFS’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies, and procedures. Employee must know where all related safety documentation is at all times on each project.Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of the latest technology, codes, and standards changes.Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner.Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully; however, in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications, and Experience may meet the job qualifications.
Education, Training, Certifications:
HS Diploma or equivalent required.NICET II or NICET III and/or state required certification required. Equivalent experience will be considered assuming the individual pursues NICET education.
Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements:
1-2 years’ experience as a sprinkler designer, required.Construction experience, Mechanical aptitude, basic and advanced math skills, required.
Communication Skills:
Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers.
Systems and Software Skills:
Ability to operate a computer, use Microsoft Office required.Familiarity with HydraCad and/or other CAD software, preferred.
Other Qualifications:
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer-specific requirements based on contractual agreement.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for long periods. The employee will occasionally be required to bend, kneel, balance, lift
Work Environment:
The employee will consistently be required to work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with others. Employees will occasionally be required to work outside and be exposed to hot/cold temperatures, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, and noise. The employee will be occasionally required to wear all appropriate personal protective equipment, as required by company safety policies while visiting locations.
Benefits
Summit Fire & Security offers extensive training opportunities, career advancement, competitive pay, bonus opportunities, along with an industry-leading and affordable benefits package for eligible employees. Our benefits package includes:Paid Vacation and HolidaysMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k) Plan with Company MatchFlexible Spending AccountsLong-Term Disability – Employer PaidShort-Term Disability – Employer PaidAdditional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital IndemnityLife Insurance for Team Members and DependentsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral Program
Our Core Values
We are PASSIONATE about life safetyWe have INTEGRITY (Do the right thing)We work in PARTNERSHIP with our customers and communityWe constantly strive for OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE (Do things right)Summit Fire & Security participates in E-Verify & in alignment with our commitment to safety, we promote a drug-free workplace. Summit Fire & Security is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
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