Fire Alarm Designer (APS)

Overview

Design fire alarm systems, create AutoCAD drawings, coordinate projects, support field and sales.

Key Responsibilities

• document coordination
• system design
• autocad drafting
• site surveys
• process development
• code application

Tasks

-Coordinate technical documents with other disciplines/contractors -Assist superintendents and field personnel on system and code applications -Maintain project drawing files and records -Calculate, design and coordinate a project from beginning to end -Assist sales department with system configuration, specification review and code applications for estimating projects -Modify and/or create processes to ensure consistent production and document control -Perform on site surveys -Prepare fire alarm drawings using AutoCAD based from working both site visits and architectural prints

Requirements

• autocad
• fire alarm
• ifc
• microsoft office
• high school
• customer service

What You Bring

-APS State of TX preferred -Strong knowledge of industry codes such as IFC, NFPA, IBC, and NEC -Ability to work in a fast-paced service/construction team environment -Ability to travel as needed -Ability to read and interpret architectural, electrical and mechanical drawings -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records -Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook -High School diploma or GED is required -Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Fire Alarm system design and Auto CAD -25% driving -Strong customer service skills -Construction experience is a plus

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Benefits

-Medical Insurance -Dental Insurance -Short-term and Long-term Disability -75% Office Setting, including sitting, some bending, some lifting, walking and viewing. -Vision Insurance -Life Insurance -Health Savings Account -Paid Holidays and Vacation

About Allied Fire Protection

-Turned a teenage dream into a fire-safety powerhouse. -Grew into a full-service contractor with six Texas offices. -Specializes in fire sprinkler systems, alarm detection, suppression, extinguishers, monitoring, and underground mains. -Engineers systems early in project planning, coordinating BIM designs and municipal requirements for seamless integration. -Manages everything from design and installation to monitoring, maintenance, inspections, and emergency response. -Trusted by industrial, commercial, healthcare, institutional, and residential clients across Texas on flagship projects. -Notable for its veteran-field-tech culture, apprenticeship training, and owners who still lead crews in the field. -Underground work—including water-main taps, vaults, backflow assemblies, and hydrant mains—sets it apart from peers.

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