Fire Alarm Designer - Impact Fire Services

Established in 2009, Impact Fire Services was the vision of a group of experienced industry professionals that wanted to build a best-in-class fire protection and life safety company. Through superior customer service and technical expertise, we have developed long-standing relationships with the leading businesses in our markets. We are a full-service fire protection company, providing installation, maintenance, inspection, monitoring, and retrofit of fire safety systems. Come join a dynamic team of fire protection professionals, many of whom carry NICET and manufacturer certifications in leading brands. Impact Fire has deep experience supporting many industries including retail, healthcare, education and restaurants.  Today, we operate over 30+ district offices and employ over 1,100 employees across multiple states throughout the USA.  

At Impact Fire Services you can learn a trade with multiple career paths in fire and life safety while benefiting from an employee focused company culture that allows you to gain mentorship and training provided by leading experts at one of the fastest growing companies in the industry. Whether you have transferable skills, prior industry experience, or are looking to start your journey, our apprenticeship programs will give you the support and knowledge you need to go further in your career.   

Why work with us?

At Impact Fire, we are a group of hardworking, dedicated fire protection professionals committed to protecting lives and property from fire. Our cohesive team spirit and customer service-oriented culture are expressed in all that we do. We operate with the belief that every team member plays a critical role in our success. We operate in 30+ district office locations across the United States, supporting industries ranging from retail and healthcare to education and restaurants.  

Please text “ImpactFire” to 512-722-7592 to connect with Ember, Impact Fire’s Recruiting Assistant, to learn more about this position and the company.


Benefits of joining Impact Fire Services   
 
When you join Impact Fire you will receive: 

• Competitive compensation
• Pay is on a weekly cycle, every Friday
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Competitive benefits, including healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off and holidays
• Company paid short and long-term disability
• Immediately vested in our 401(k) company match
• Exceptional guidance and support from our managers
• Collaborative culture & environment 
• Robust training opportunities with company reimbursement upon achieving required licensing
• Apprenticeship programs for fire sprinkler, fire alarm and inspection positions
• Opportunity to work alongside some of the best talent in the fire protection industry

Under the guidance of the Design Manager, the Fire Alarm Designer will assist in the preparation of compliant fire alarm shop drawings utilizing AutoCAD.  This position will require the building of knowledge dealing with the selection of fire alarm system components, interpretation of code compliance requirements, and industry standards for the installation of fire protection systems.  The candidate will assist in surveying existing fire alarm systems, drawing preparation, material listing, and field survey as required to successfully install fire alarm systems.  This position requires an eager and motivated team player with a positive, professional attitude and demeanor.

The Fire Alarm Designer is to deliver quality products and services which meet or exceed the customer's and industry standards, and to achieve customer satisfaction through a unified commitment to job competency and unsurpassed service.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Learn to prepare fire alarm design drawings within time and budget constraints, for commercial and residential buildings in compliance with applicable codes for submittal and fabrication.
• The successful candidate must exhibit a desire to train on new systems and technologies.
• Continue to expand knowledge in the field of fire protection by on-the-job training and self-direction.
• Maintain project drawing files, drawing library and associated records.
• Check accuracy of own work and demonstrate “Pride of Ownership”.
• Successfully interact with internal and external customers.
• Project site coordination of sprinkler pipe installation. 

Job Qualifications: 

• Three years of fire alarm design experience.
• Mechanical and mathematical aptitude with strong desire to excel.
• AutoCAD 2018 or higher proficiency and ability to learn new software.
• Computer fluency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills needed.
• Continuous employment for a period of three years.
• Must be able to use a computer keyboard and focus attention to PC monitor for prolonged periods, with occasional job-site visits and moderate lifting of 25 lbs. required.
• Occasional out of town travel may be required.

Successful completion of a drug test and pre-employment background screening is required.  MVR checks are required for all driving positions. 

We look forward to talking with you about career opportunities with Impact Fire Services.  For consideration, please apply on-line.

Employment with an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) including disability/veterans.