Fire Sprinkler Designer

VFS, a Fortis brand, is a nation-wide source for exemplary fire and security services for commercial buildings, and special hazards. Our teams work with the most advanced technologies and systems to create intelligent, efficient fire and life safety solutions. Being a part of the Fortis family ensures we uphold the principles of investing in our people, offering career progression and opportunity as well as providing competitive benefits and compensation. Fortis is committed to building a world class company that is recognized by our people, our customers, and our shareholders as being the very best in the industry.

Here at Fortis and throughout our family of brands, we value our employees and offer competitive benefits which include:

• 2 weeks of PTO
• 1 week of sick time
• Competitive pay
• 401k with Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Company Provided Life Insurance policy
• Company Provided Short Term Disability
• Disability and Life Insurance Packages
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• Pet Insurance
• Career Advancement Opportunities

As an Experienced Fire Sprinkler Designer, you will play a crucial role in the design and engineering of fire protection systems. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to create accurate and efficient Fire Sprinkler system designs that comply with industry codes and standards. This role offers an opportunity to work on diverse projects and make a meaningful impact on fire safety within various settings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Proficiently handle the layout and design of Fire Sprinkler systems for multiple projects, ensuring strict adherence to all relevant codes, insurance requirements, and the contracted project scope. This includes creating permit drawings and performing hydraulic calculations while incorporating insights from architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil drawings.
• Undertake comprehensive site surveys to assess existing conditions and systems, facilitating informed design decisions.
• Initiate the necessary interactions with local authorities to acquire pertinent files and conduct fire flow testing, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of commercial and industrial construction practices, integrating this knowledge into design solutions.
• Establish effective communication with the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to address requirements and rectify any potential discrepancies.
• Take charge of designing Fire Sprinkler systems for both new construction and tenant improvement projects, using the latest version of AutoCAD to produce well-organized and comprehensive drawings suitable for on-site installation.
• Skillfully perform hydraulic calculations when needed, ensuring that all submitted lists accurately reflect the installed systems.
• Prepare and share purchasing and fabrication lists with relevant departments promptly, maintaining the smooth flow of project execution.
• Be responsible for promptly incorporating any necessary plan adjustments to reflect changes made during fieldwork.
• Exhibit self-motivation and the ability to work independently on multiple projects concurrently, adapting to shifting priorities with agility and efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with Fire Sprinkler Design Software (ie Revit, HydraCAD, or other relevant design software)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Fire Sprinkler System Design, with a proven track record of successful project management and ability to read construction drawings (i.e, architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil drawings)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with AutoCAD
• In-depth knowledge of fire protection codes and standards, such as NFPA 13, NFPA 14, and NFPA 20
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate technical information to clients and team members
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in design work
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address design challenges effectively
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Effective time management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with performing hydraulic analysis
• Experience with MS Office and industry search navigation ability

Preferred Qualifications

• NICET Certification

Compensation $25 - $36/hour depending on experience

Open to Hybrid and Remote

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and climb stairs, or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of

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