Blair Fire Protection is hiring: Drafter/Designer in Butler

Ignite Your Career: Design with Purpose and Impact At Blair Fire Protection, we don't just offer jobs; we offer careers with a profound purpose. Imagine feeling a sense of pride each day in knowing that your design contributions play a pivotal role in keeping lives and property safe. While other companies offer a “line” of fire protection products and services, we live and breathe fire protection, making it our only focus. Join us as a Drafter/Designer and become part of a passionate team of fire protection industry professionals united by a commitment to excellence and customer success. What You’ll Be Doing Our Designers develop, assess, and refine fire sprinkler design drawings utilizing cutting-edge computer-assisted drafting (AutoCAD) tools. You’ll be performing in-office design while collaborating with project managers and field technicians to ensure the flawless execution of every project. Responsibilities include: Become knowledgeable in fire codes to assist the sales and field technical teams. Compile material lists, and submittal packages for design projects. Perform hydraulic calculations following the specifications for each job. Conduct on-site field surveys at current and potential project sites. Ensure a code-compliant fire sprinkler system is designed by collaborating with general contractors, architects, engineers, and plan reviewers at construction sites. Communicate with all internal and external project stakeholders throughout construction to ensure an efficient and productive installation. Participate in professional development activities and earn certifications such as NICET and WI Designer Stamp. Contribute by mentoring less experienced Designers as you continue to grow your skills. What Skills Do I Need? We welcome candidates with fire protection design experience and those with drafting-related experience who are seeking to grow their design skills. Additionally, we seek: An associate degree or currently enrolled in a program in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or mechanical design-related field is preferred. Previous Fire Protection or Construction industry experience is a plus, but not required. AutoCAD / Drafting experience is required. 3-D modeling experience in programs such as Navisworks, Revit, or similar programs is desired. AutoSprink by M.E.P. CAD, BIM modeling experience is a plus, but not required. We train those eager to learn Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced team environment. Motivation for continuous learning to keep abreast of fire protection industry trends and technology. Our Total Rewards Offering: Blair Fire Protection offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and retirement benefits, paid vacation, and holidays, coupled with a challenging and team-oriented work environment to help you succeed in your career. Experience for yourself why Blair Fire Protection has become the company of choice in fire prevention and protection. Visit us at blairfireprotection.com to learn more. Apply today Blair Fire Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer.