Fire Sprinkler Designer ll

Overview

Design fire sprinkler systems, create drawings, calculations, and coordinate installations.

Key Responsibilities

• fire drawings
• hydraulic calculations
• sprinkler layout
• system coordination
• code compliance
• safety procedures

Tasks

-Design, coordinate, and submit Fire Protection drawings, hydraulic calculations, seismic brace calculations, and material/equipment schedules. Stock list projects for fabrication and approve fabrication quotes. -Integrate other mechanical systems to ensure successful coordination with the fire suppression system and must be able to recognize potential conflicts with other trades. -Ensure compliance with NFPA standards and insurance requirements as well as all fire and building code requirements. -Monitor and enforce safety policies and procedures. -Responsible for the layout of sprinkler system drawings utilizing available information from the contract's defined scope of the project, architectural drawings, job specifications, site surveys, and relevant NFPA, IBC, and local building codes. -Responsible for all aspects of the design layout, field checking, fabrication listing, material equipment submittals, hydraulic calculations, applicable installation requirements, and close out procedures. -Provide updates to purchasing as installation schedule or change orders require modifications to meet installation schedule and deadlines and other requirements. -Maintain proper Risk Management and Safety procedures on all job sites per VSC policies. -Produce shop list utilizing computer software for fabrication of system piping. -Communicate with Design Manager and Field Superintendent to review design, installation and testing of devices and systems throughout the project. -Assist and fill in for Design Manager and help train less experienced designers as necessary.

Requirements

• drafting degree
• autocad
• nicet iii
• detail oriented
• project autonomy
• design review

What You Bring

-Associate or bachelor’s degree in drafting (AutoCAD). -Ability to review architectural drawings, mechanical, site, structural and complete site surveys, and research essential information as required for structural and mechanical elements. -NICET Level III or IV, or equivalent experience. -Ability to pass various background checks. -Three to five years of experience with AutoCAD or SprinkCAD or background in mathematics. -Ability to exercise a high level of autonomy in organizing, planning, and prioritizing multiple projects to meet individual deadlines with exceptional attention to detail and communication skills. -Reliable transportation, valid State Driver's License with acceptable driving record for use of company vehicle.

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Benefits

-Health Savings Account (HSA). -Relevant educational and licensure reimbursement for qualified candidates. -Employee Assistance Program. -PTO and Paid Holidays. -Opportunities for training and advancement. -A 401K plan with a company match. -Referral Bonuses. -Options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for you and your family. -Competitive salary. Range $28.00 - $38.00 and up based on experience (overtime eligible). -Life Insurance.

About Vsc Fire & Security, Inc.

-Evolved into a full-service installer and maintainer of fire protection, low-voltage, security, and life-safety systems. -Backed by private equity and now part of Markel Group, it operates with robust financial backing and national ambitions. -Projects range from healthcare campuses and retail complexes to government facilities and commercial campuses. -Blends widespread reach with local execution through a fleet of vehicles and technicians across the Southeast. -Strength lies in integration, combining fire detection, alarms, sprinklers, and security into unified systems.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-ability to pass various background checks.