Western States Fire Protection
Fire Protection Designer (Entry-Level)
Western States Fire Protection, Arlington, Texas, United States, 76000
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 specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.
What we offer:
Health, Life, Dental and Vision InsuranceEmployee Assistant ProgramFlex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA401(k) Plan - Matching up to 3%Employee Stock Purchase PlanProfit Sharing PlanPaid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical LeavePaid HolidaysTuition ReimbursementAnnual Discretionary BonusEmployer Paid Life InsuranceGym membership reimbursementFire Protection Designer (Entry Level)
This individual will learn to 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 material stock listing, 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 systemThorough use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilitiesCreate detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD and AutoSprink type programsCreate stock list for all material required throughout the projectPerform hydraulic calculationsDevelop initial schedules for preliminary project workMaintain design historical records for future useDevelop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers' expectationsCoordinate with other departments within office to ensure proper handover of job informationPerform Project Manager functions as requiredComplete other assigned responsibilities as directed by immediate supervisor or other WSFP management personnelJob Qualifications
Applicable degree from a technical school or collegeNICET certification is a plusExperience in AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout softwareProject management experience a plusAble to perform work in a timely manner and meet deadlinesDetail-oriented, highly motivated, and eagerPossess good communication skills; both verbal and writtenWilling to coordinate and work well with othersWilling 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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We are an equal opportunity employer.Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection and its subsidiaries 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.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
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Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.
What we offer:
Health, Life, Dental and Vision InsuranceEmployee Assistant ProgramFlex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA401(k) Plan - Matching up to 3%Employee Stock Purchase PlanProfit Sharing PlanPaid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical LeavePaid HolidaysTuition ReimbursementAnnual Discretionary BonusEmployer Paid Life InsuranceGym membership reimbursementFire Protection Designer (Entry Level)
This individual will learn to 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 material stock listing, 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 systemThorough use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilitiesCreate detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD and AutoSprink type programsCreate stock list for all material required throughout the projectPerform hydraulic calculationsDevelop initial schedules for preliminary project workMaintain design historical records for future useDevelop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers' expectationsCoordinate with other departments within office to ensure proper handover of job informationPerform Project Manager functions as requiredComplete other assigned responsibilities as directed by immediate supervisor or other WSFP management personnelJob Qualifications
Applicable degree from a technical school or collegeNICET certification is a plusExperience in AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout softwareProject management experience a plusAble to perform work in a timely manner and meet deadlinesDetail-oriented, highly motivated, and eagerPossess good communication skills; both verbal and writtenWilling to coordinate and work well with othersWilling 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.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Accessibility: If you need help accessing this page, please contact:Phone: 1-877-252-2168Email: customercare@birddoghr.com
We are an equal opportunity employer.Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection and its subsidiaries 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.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
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