Western States Fire Protection · 5 months ago
Fire Alarm Designer (Entry Level)
Lakewood, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$24/hr - $36/hr
3+ years expWestern States Fire Protection (WSFP) is a company dedicated to life safety systems and committed to innovation and values such as integrity and quality. The Fire Alarm Designer will design and coordinate fire alarm systems for various types of buildings, manage project timelines, and collaborate with project managers and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
ConstructionInformation TechnologyManufacturing
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 system
Thorough use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities
Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or HydraCAD type programs
Create stock list for all material required throughout the project
Perform hydraulic calculations
Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work
Maintain design historical records for future use
Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers’ expectations
Coordinate with other departments within office to ensure proper handover of job information
Perform Project Manager functions as required
Complete other assigned responsibilities as directed by immediate supervisor or other WSFP management personnel
Qualification
Required
Applicable degree from a technical school or college
Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software
Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines
Three years' experience in commercial, industrial, and residential design
Must have good communication skills
Willing to coordinate and work well with others
Willing to pass a post-offer drug screen test, background and reference check
Preferred
NICET certification is a plus
Project management experience a plus
Benefits
Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
Employee Assistant Program
Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Profit Sharing Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Annual Discretionary Bonus
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Gym membership reimbursement
Company
Western States Fire Protection
Western States Fire Protection is a construction and manufacturing company located in Centennial.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joe DePriest
President / CEO
Recent News
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