Senior Fire Sprinkler Design Technician

Pye-Barker Fire & Safety • Annapolis, MD

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an industry leader since 1946, dedicated to protecting lives and serving communities by keeping businesses, families, and neighbors safe from fire, life safety, and security risks. The company values customer and team member care, quality craftsmanship, and responsive, dependable service. The Fire Sprinkler Design Technician will be responsible for designing and preparing layout drawings for fire sprinkler systems in commercial, industrial, and residential settings. This role requires a strong understanding of fire protection codes, hydraulic calculations, and CAD software, working closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, and other partners to ensure systems meet safety standards and client requirements. The company is open to negotiating based on qualifications and industry knowledge, as well as work location for a qualified candidate.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5 plus years of experience in fire sprinkler design and AutoCad
• Experience using Microsoft Office and computer aided design (CAD) software — Autodesk AutoCAD; Autodesk Revit; Autodesk Navisworks; AutoSPRINK, BIM 360
• Basic understanding of mathematics and physics, relevant to design and hydraulics

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, drafting or related field is preferred
• NICET certification (Level 3 or higher) in Water-Based Systems Layout is preferred

Responsibilities

• Apply fire protection codes and standards to the design of fire sprinkler systems, water supplies, pumps, standpipes, foam systems, and water storage tanks.
• Read and interpret Architectural, Structural, and MEP blueprints/PDF’s, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
• Perform preliminary and advanced work in development of working layouts and final master drawings.
• Confer with engineers/consultants or other personnel to layout a code-compliant fire sprinkler system.
• Coordinate and monitor aspects of production, including fabrication, installation issues, and inspection comments.
• Design automatic fire sprinkler systems, standpipe systems, fire pumps, and underground systems.
• Perform and analyze hydraulic calculations, plot plans, and stock-list/fabricate material for the job site.
• Assist with the preparation of proposal documents, technical data such as test procedures, reports, maintenance manuals, etc.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes (NFPA, local/state fire codes, building codes).
• Required to provide information to supervisors and co-workers by telephone, in written form, email, and/or in person.
• Analyze information and evaluate the results to solve problems and choose cost effective and material efficient solutions.
• Walk sites for site surveys where there may be long periods of standing as well as climbing and descending of ladders/steps.
• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees