CAD Operator

RELIABLE FIRE EQUIPMENT LLC•Alsip, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cad Operator must be a motivated self-starter, able to multitask in busy working environment, knowledgeable with local and national fire alarm codes. Proficient with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office. Must have basic mechanical and electrical background.

Requirements

Associates in Applied Science with CAD
5+ years in the Fire protection industry.
Prior supervisory experience
NICET Level II or higher in special Hazards and Fire Alarm
Low voltage electrical experience
Mechanical background required.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Geometry, unit conversion, basic math skills
NICET level II
AutoCAD operator’s certification
Factory training
Illinois Fire Equipment Distributors license
State of Illinois PERC card
Valid drivers license and good driving record

Nice To Haves

Knowledgeable with local and national fire alarm codes.
Proficient with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
Basic mechanical and electrical background.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain schedule of in-house and out sourced CAD activities
Assist Project Manager in maintaining department reports and tracking status of projects
Set and maintain standards for quality and accuracy for work performed by the in-house and out sourced CAD department
Training and development of CAD operators and salespeople in applications as needed
Provide input on estimated hours required for complete submittal package and close out documentation on all installation jobs
Monitor hours for jobs in progress to insure efficiency of completion within budget
Compare actual hours to estimated hours at project completion and review any discrepancies with appropriate personnel
Assist management in implementing and evaluating procedures of the CAD department to ensure efficiencies and profitability of the department
Review drawings for accuracies
Provide layouts for Fire Alarm and Fire Suppression systems following all local and national codes
Perform CAD functions as required to maintain schedule and control overhead costs
Prepare shop drawings, submittal packages, technical documents, and equipment lists for the system installation.
Coordinate with sales personnel to acquire CAD backgrounds and electronic media required to develop system layout
Coordinating with the AHJ through the drawing approval process.
Follow up on anticipated date of approval of submittmits by AHJ
Coordinate with the installers, salespeople, sub contractors, and field technicians on the system installation and programming as required
Keep current on all product updates and code changes
Coordinate with IT department all necessary hardware and software required.
Maintain inventory of all supplies needed for the CAD department
Attend job site meetings and site surveys as required
Review and order equipment and pipe and fittings per project layout
Attend weekly job status meetings
Coordinate with project manager project turnover meetings
All other duties as assigned by management