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Guardian Fire Inc

Fire Sprinkler CAD Designer

Guardian Fire Inc, Monroe, Louisiana, United States, 71201


Job Summary:

The CAD Designer in the Fire Sprinkler department will create sprinkler design drawings and track submittals and approvals. The position works in a team environment to provide technical support to the technicians and project managers throughout the delivery cycle. The role requires a strong understanding of the customer's needs and expectations and is able to provide day-to-day direction and make appropriate changes in customer requirements as needed. The position performs a vital part in enhancing the Company's footprint and has the capability to contribute to the strength and sustainable growth of Fire Safety First.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Reviews construction contract documents and coordinates with Subcontractors and General Contractor/Owner to gather the required information to design the projects sprinkler systems.

Determines construction feasibility of plans and systems through effective analytical thinking and problem solving

Creates detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD

Creates stock list for all materials required throughout the project

Performs hydraulic calculation

Coordinates pipe and sprinkler locations with building components

Performs field surveys

Attends project specific meetings

Maintains designs and historical records for all functions for future use

Monitors and manages all assigned projects to comply with safety, quality, productivity and profitability requirements

Assists and or directs the lead foreman during the field check stage of the project

Ensures work complies with codes and permits

Interacts productively with colleagues to address and handle challenging situations in a professional manner

Possesses excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with customers and general public

Helps to identify continuous improvement in processes and offers solutions to promote efficiency

Adheres to all company employment policies and safe practices

Experience/Training/Education:

Minimum of 3-5 years in fire sprinkler CAD design practical experience

NICET certification, preferred

Demonstrated ability in drafting/CAD and computer skills

Knowledge of multiple electronic building systems is a plus.

Project planning

Job Type:

Full-time, on-site, Monday - Friday

40 hours a week

Special Requirements:

Insured and able to drive to client locations

Benefits:

401K/Roth Retirement Option with up to 4% Match, no vesting period

Medical Insurance Paid for Employee

Paid Time Off - 10 Days Accrued First Year

Employee Assistance Program

7 to 8 Paid Holidays

Option to add Dental and or Vision