Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company.  We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other.  And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities.  WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities. 

Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specialize in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment. 

What we offer: 

Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance  Employee Assistant Program  Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA  401(k) Plan – Matching up to 3%  Employee Stock Purchase Plan  Profit Sharing Plan  Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave  Paid Holidays   Tuition Reimbursement  Annual Discretionary Bonus  Employer Paid Life Insurance  Gym membership reimbursement 

Fire Alarm Designer 

This individual will design and coordinate the fire alarm systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.  He or she will design and create the finished representation for the alarm systems using drawing and drafting skills and tools.  The drawings produced will be used as a guide by every other link in the chain of construction, both on-site and in the office.  The designer will have responsibility for the initial planning of a project including scheduling of time, creating material stock listing, analyzing changes, and solving problems.   Close coordination with the project manager, project superintendent, and sales representative will be required throughout the life of the project. 

Job Responsibilities 

Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project’s fire alarm system  Thorough use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities  Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or HydraCAD type programs  Create stock list for all material required throughout the project  Perform calculations  Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work  Maintain design historical records for future use  Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure company is meeting customers’ expectations  Coordinate with other offices to ensure proper handover of job information  Complete other assigned responsibilities as directed by immediate supervisor or other WSFP management personnel  

Job Qualifications 

Applicable degree from a technical school or college  NICET certification is a plus  Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software  Project management experience a plus  Proven ability and track record of performing work in a timely manner and meeting deadlines  Three years’ experience in commercial. industrial, and residential design  Must have good communication skills  Willing to coordinate and work well with others  Willing to pass a post-offer drug screen test, background and reference check  

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran. 

 VEVRAA Federal Contractor 

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We are an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection and its subsidiaries will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

 VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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