Fire Safety Systems Engineer (Hiring Immediately)

# Fire Alarm Designer
Arlington, TX, USA Req #1332
Tuesday, September 3, 2024
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 customers and industry standards, and to achieve customer
satisfaction through a unified commitment to job competency and unsurpassed
service.
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**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
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## Other details
* Pay Type Hourly