Western States Fire Protection · 6 months ago
Fire Protection Designer (Entry-Level)
Arlington, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry LevelWestern States Fire Protection (WSFP) is a family of unique individuals committed to their purpose and values, specializing in Life Safety Systems. The Fire Protection Designer will learn to design and coordinate fire sprinkler systems for various types of buildings, managing projects, and ensuring collaboration with multiple stakeholders 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 and AutoSprink 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
Experience in AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software
Able to perform work in a timely manner and meet deadlines
Detail-oriented, highly motivated, and eager
Possess good communication skills; both verbal and written
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.
Founded in 1985
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joe DePriest
President / CEO
Recent News
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