Design - Fire Alarm Designer
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Full Time
11 hours ago
$50,000 - $70,000 USD
Key skills
GoPhoenixLeadershipSales
About this role
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 52+ district offices and employ over 2,100 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 52+ district office locations across the United States, supporting industries ranging from retail and healthcare to education and restaurants.
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
• Full-time employees participate in our Shared Ownership Program which offers a monetary bonus aligned to the company's long-term success. This program fosters an ownership mindset and ensures that every employee meaningfully shares in the success they help create.
• 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
This position is located out of the Phoenix, Arizona office.
Impact Fire Services is looking for a Fire Alarm Designer to join our growing team. This position will be to design, develop, and draft fire alarm systems on a wide variety of projects. You will also be responsible for the permitting of projects, as well following up on all ongoing projects. This candidate must have experience in drafting technology with AutoCAD or Revit Experience.
Job Responsibilities & Duties
• Performing battery calculations based upon the requirements of applicable NFPA standards.
• Reviewing job plans and specifications to determine scope of design.
• Designing NFPA compliant drawings within allocated hours for each job.
• Design Fire Alarm systems with accuracy and detail to enable field installation.
• Prepare job close-out documents such as as-builts, O&M's and warranties
• Submit design plans to proper department leadership for approval and obtain permits as required.
• Perform field surveys and attend job meetings for coordination with contractors and other trades.
• Prepare fabrication drawings, wiring and material lists for field technicians.
Job Requirements
• Experience in fire alarm design required.
• 3 to 5+ years of fire alarm design experience.
• Experience should include tenant finish, remodel, ground up work, service, elevator modernization and special projects.
• Fire Design Engineer experience should include AutoCAD, estimating, and liaison between the sales team and Install team.
• Knowledge of several commercial fire alarm systems; aspects including new systems, remodel, pre-action systems, elevator recall, VESDA, Special Hazards preferred but not required.
• NICET 3 Design certification is a preference but not required.
• Strong technology / computer skills
• Strong understanding of Fire Alarm system installation practices
• MUST have experience with code standards for Phoenix, Arizona or State of Arizona.
• Knowledge of submitting drawings to AHJ and obtaining permits a plus.
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.
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 52+ district office locations across the United States, supporting industries ranging from retail and healthcare to education and restaurants.
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
• Full-time employees participate in our Shared Ownership Program which offers a monetary bonus aligned to the company's long-term success. This program fosters an ownership mindset and ensures that every employee meaningfully shares in the success they help create.
• 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
This position is located out of the Phoenix, Arizona office.
Impact Fire Services is looking for a Fire Alarm Designer to join our growing team. This position will be to design, develop, and draft fire alarm systems on a wide variety of projects. You will also be responsible for the permitting of projects, as well following up on all ongoing projects. This candidate must have experience in drafting technology with AutoCAD or Revit Experience.
Job Responsibilities & Duties
• Performing battery calculations based upon the requirements of applicable NFPA standards.
• Reviewing job plans and specifications to determine scope of design.
• Designing NFPA compliant drawings within allocated hours for each job.
• Design Fire Alarm systems with accuracy and detail to enable field installation.
• Prepare job close-out documents such as as-builts, O&M's and warranties
• Submit design plans to proper department leadership for approval and obtain permits as required.
• Perform field surveys and attend job meetings for coordination with contractors and other trades.
• Prepare fabrication drawings, wiring and material lists for field technicians.
Job Requirements
• Experience in fire alarm design required.
• 3 to 5+ years of fire alarm design experience.
• Experience should include tenant finish, remodel, ground up work, service, elevator modernization and special projects.
• Fire Design Engineer experience should include AutoCAD, estimating, and liaison between the sales team and Install team.
• Knowledge of several commercial fire alarm systems; aspects including new systems, remodel, pre-action systems, elevator recall, VESDA, Special Hazards preferred but not required.
• NICET 3 Design certification is a preference but not required.
• Strong technology / computer skills
• Strong understanding of Fire Alarm system installation practices
• MUST have experience with code standards for Phoenix, Arizona or State of Arizona.
• Knowledge of submitting drawings to AHJ and obtaining permits a plus.
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.