Summit Fire & Security · 23 hours ago
Fire Alarm Designer
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expSummit Fire & Security is a leading provider in fire protection services, and they are seeking a Fire Alarm Designer to operate with minimal supervision in project designs and submittals. The role involves designing various fire protection systems, preparing submittal packages, and assisting field personnel with installation issues.
Public Safety
Responsibilities
Design fire detection/alarm, clean agent fire suppression, pre-engineered fire suppression, non-water-based fire protection, low voltage/security, etc. using working knowledge of fire alarm codes
Adept with battery and voltage drop calculations
Prepare submittal packages to send to (AHJ) Authority Having Jurisdiction and subsequent correspondence to achieve design approval
Participate in coordination meetings with contractor
Participate in design kick off meetings
With assistance from the Design Manager, a Senior Sprinkler Designer, or others, prepare project package submittals including voltage calculation drops, materials and equipment required for installation and requisition materials for job
With assistance from the Design Manager, a Senior Sprinkler Designer, or others, perform field surveys to ensure design is appropriate for structure
Assist field personnel with design related installation issues
Prepare and submit final job close-out documents after final acceptance testing
Understand and follow SFP’s Safety program, SDS book, Hazardous communication program, policies and procedures
Employee must know where all related safety documentation is at all times on each project
Periodically attend seminars or similar education/training sessions to stay abreast of latest technology, codes, and standards changes
Communicate with internal and external customers in a professional manner
Other duties may be assigned
Qualification
Required
HS Diploma or equivalent required
NICET II or NICET III and/or state required certification required. Equivalent experience will be considered assuming individual pursues NICET education
Construction experience, Mechanical aptitude, basic and advanced math skills, required
Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers
Ability to operate a computer, use Microsoft Office required
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required
Must be able to comply with SFP's Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement
Preferred
1-2 years' experience as alarm designer, strongly preferred
Familiarity with AlarmCAD, AutoCAD and/or other CAD software, preferred
Benefits
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Long-Term Disability – Employer Paid
Short-Term Disability – Employer Paid
Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity
Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Company
Summit Fire & Security
Summit Fire & Security provides fire protection,security and safety solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeffrey Cannon
Senior Vice President
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