Fire Alarm Designer / Drafter

Firetrol Protection Systems • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1984, Firetrol is the national leader in fire protection & life safety services. We are currently seeking a Fire Alarm Designer / CAD Drafter to join our team of over 1200 of the best fire protection and security professionals in the industry. This opportunity will be in our Houston, Texas location.

Requirements

• Proficient in AutoCAD 2019 or newer.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of required codes.
• Ability and willingness to engage with local AHJ’s to discuss local code requirements.
• Self-starter without need for oversight.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong work ethic with a positive attitude.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task and juggle multiple priorities with strict deadlines.
• Accepts responsibility for design.
• Ability to analyze, identify, and follow up to resolve discrepancies.

Nice To Haves

• Notifier alarm system experience preferred but not required.
• Licensed Texas APS (Alarm Planning Superintendent) preferred but not required.
• Additional 2-5 years’ experience, Fire Suppression systems a plus.
• Additional Fire Suppression (Clean Agent, CO2) system design experience a plus.
• Additional Licensed Texas EPL (Extinguisher Planner’s License) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Communicate technical concepts to sales reps, operations team, and customers.
• Design and layout of Fire Alarm systems in AutoCAD per code requirements.
• The layout of Access Control systems in AutoCAD per code requirements.
• Build equipment submittals.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short and long term disability
• generous paid time off practice
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting
• sponsors training and education opportunities
• career growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed