Special Hazards Fire Suppression Designer 

In this role, you will design and create the finished representation for special hazard suppression systems using drawing and drafting skills and tools. 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 close coordination with the project manager and foreman throughout the respective projects. Procuring equipment based on Construction project estimation sheet. Assigning Purchase Orders to Vendors. Update Construction Log and Client information. Submit plans to the Fire Authority, Pull Permits,  go over Redline drawings after the installation of the project.

The goal is to keep the Construction department running in an efficient and profitable manner, Provide great customer service, Help other departments with the transfer of paperwork. 

Special Hazards Fire Suppression Designer Tasks:

·        Design various special hazard fire suppression systems while following required codes

·        Identify value engineering opportunities where appropriate

·        Conduct field surveys of existing buildings and systems

·        Use design software for 2-D & 3-D drawings

·        Prepare some hand drafted drawings

·        Perform Clean Agent fire system flow calculations

·        Perform Fire Detection & Control layouts

·        Work with key customers and our design/build team to prepare conceptual drawings.

·        Pull permits and submit drawings to AHJs

·        Produce shop drawings and as-built drawings

·        Assist with system and equipment selection

·        Assemble system specifications and O&M Manuals

·        Coordinate with field personnel to ensure information flow

Qualifications:

·        Demonstrated ability with AutoCAD or other specialized layout software.

·        Good planning and problem-solving skills

·        Good math skills

·        Able to understand big picture issues

·        Good communication, written, verbal, interpersonal, and analytical skills

·        Project management experience a plus

·        Professional and detail-oriented

·        Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

·        Reliable with ability to complete tasks within deadlines and communicate results back to the team

·        Possess a progressive, positive attitude

·        Ability to work as part of a team to achieve the Company’s overall goals.

·        Ability to prioritize based on current project demands

• Computer skills - you will use AutoCAD, Microsoft Office – (Excel, Word, Outlook), Sharepoint, Manufacturers Propriertary software.

• Detail oriented, Prompt, On-time

• Problem Solving

• Positive Attitude

• Must be dependable and reliable with ability to complete tasks without need for follow up

• Ability to learn proprietary software

• Ability to work as part of a team to achieve the Company’s overall goals

• Prior experience in Construction-based business

 

Required

Skills/Qualifications

• Valid driver's license

·   Associates degree or better in drafting and design.

·   5 years of experience in computer based drafting.

·   5 years of experience in NFPA 72 Fire Alarm Design or NFPA 2001 Clean Agent Design.

• Drug screening required

 

 

Preferred

• NICET Certifications Fire Alarm, Special Hazards+++

• Blue Beam, BIM, Revel, AutoCAD certified or highly experienced with 3D rendering software.

• Manufacturer design certified. (Ansul, Kidde, Janus, Notifier, Marioff)

• 5 Years Experience Designing fire alarm/suppression systems (preferably special hazards)

• Availability to start within two weeks after offer made/accepted.

Work Environment: This job is in an office setting

 

Benefits:

Competitive wages Medical and dental

Vacation Sick Pay

401k

Opportunity for additional on the job training to enhance individual opportunity

Job Type: Full-time

 

EMF Fire Solutions is an Industrial Special Hazard Fire Suppression Contractor, that provides professional Design/Build services to various industries requiring Fire Suppression, Detection, and Controls.

We have been in business for over 20 years, proudly serving all of California.

The facilities we protect range from highly sensitive Mission Critical facilities such as clean room environments, telecom & data centers to Power Generation, Municipalities, Petrochemical, Food Manufacturing, and in addition to Industrial facilities such as Steel Forges and Paper Mills.

EMF Fire is certified as an MBE, SBE and DBE enterprise with LA Metro, CPUC and other California agencies. EMF Fire is safety certified with MSHA, ISN Networld and Avetta.

Our Mission
To lead the industry as a professional firm providing Fire Detection and Suppression systems solutions for Special Hazards, with specific consideration to life safety and valuable asset protection.

We engage in active partnerships with our clients to provide solutions-focused design with an unyielding approach toward results incorporating both fundamental protection concepts and code compliance with the latest technical advances.

We will only be satisfied with superior system performance and incident-free outcomes. Because many of our fire protection applications are mission-critical, we must deliver to our clients the assurance our company and products will be there when they need us.

Core Values
Safety – “Operate in a safe, but timely manner; never work in conditions you deem as unsafe” “For yourself, your team, or your customer.”

Respect – “For team members, customer concerns, the tools and equipment involved in the task at hand.”

Integrity – “Values must be demonstrated in the way one acts and the way one insists others behave.” “Exhibit integrity – no team member or customer can compromise.”

Pride – “Pride in work and commitment to company ethics.” “Craftsmanship – we feel proud about the services rendered…to meet or exceed NFPA standards – above and beyond all professional standards.”

Knowledge – Commitment to enhancing job knowledge.” “Team members are the professionals in this field; we will not hesitate to take the measures needed to complete a job correctly.”

Initiative – “A workforce ready, willing, and able to meet new challenges…all members pull together for the good of the company.”

Innovation – “Learn to adapt to change within the industry and company, work with it, not against it – if a company is to grow, there must come changes.” “Look for new opportunities…do not become stagnant.”