Fire Sprinkler Designer

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.

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

You will be learning how to use the HydraCAD programs that are used for fire sprinkler design (HydraCAD, HydraList and HydraCalc)

Position is located in our Arlington, Texas office.

JOB RESPONSIBILITES:

• Perform on-site surveys of existing fire sprinkler systems with accuracy
• Draw systems in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible
• Learn and Run hydraulic calculations (HydraCalc)
• Learn and Run then check stock listing for fabrication of new fire sprinkler systems (HydraList)
• Request plans and information from General Contractors and Architects
• Build product data submittals

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• 1 to 2 years design experience using AutoCAD is required (see below)
• Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD is required
• Must be able to follow directions
• Must be comfortable asking questions
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints
• Prior experience using HydraCalc is a plus

Preferred background but not required:

• Previous construction experience is a plus
• A degree in Architectural and Engineering Computer Aided Design would be an acceptable alternative to on-the-job design experience

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.

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