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Delta Fire Systems, Inc. Fire Protection Designer (Entry Level) in Sparks, Nevada
Delta Fire Systems is a subsidiary of Western States Fire Protection (WSFP). 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 Protection Designer (Entry Level)
This individual will learn to design; coordinate, and possibly project manage the fire sprinkler systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. He or she will design and create the finished representation for the sprinkler 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 subcontractors and General Contractor/owner to gather the required information to design the project’s sprinkler system.
Thorough use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities.
Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD and AutoSprink type programs.
Create stock list for all material required throughout the project.
Perform hydraulic 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 departments within office to ensure proper handover of job information
Perform Project Manager functions as required
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
Experience in AutoCAD, AutoSprink, or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software
Project management experience a plus
Able to perform work in a timely manner and meet deadlines
Detail-oriented, highly motivated, and eager
Possess good communication skills; both verbal and written
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 Delta Fire Systems Inc. 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