Cad technician Jobs in Huntington Beach, CA

Fire Sprinkler CAD Designer

Join the Fire Safety First Team!

FSF has been successful in serving SoCal's fire protection needs for nearly 50 years. Since then, we have grown into a dynamic team of creative minds and professionals with years of industry practice. FSF offers a fun and collaborative work environment where individuals are given the opportunity to learn and grow!

Job Summary :

The CAD Designer in the Fire Sprinkler department will create sprinkler design drawings and track submittals and approvals. The position works in a team environment to provide technical support to the technicians and project managers throughout the delivery cycle. The role requires a strong understanding of the customer's needs and expectations and is able to provide day-to-day direction and make appropriate changes in customer requirements as needed. The position performs a vital part in enhancing the Company's footprint and has the capability to contribute to the strength and sustainable growth of Fire Safety First.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Reviews construction contract documents and coordinates with Subcontractors and General Contractor / Owner to gather the required information to design the projects sprinkler systems.
• Determines construction feasibility of plans and systems through effective analytical thinking and problem solving
• Creates detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD
• Creates stock list for all materials required throughout the project
• Performs hydraulic calculation
• Coordinates pipe and sprinkler locations with building components
• Performs field surveys
• Attends project specific meetings
• Maintains designs and historical records for all functions for future use
• Monitors and manages all assigned projects to comply with safety, quality, productivity and profitability requirements
• Assists and or directs the lead foreman during the field check stage of the project
• Ensures work complies with codes and permits
• Interacts productively with colleagues to address and handle challenging situations in a professional manner
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with customers and general public
• Helps to identify continuous improvement in processes and offers solutions to promote efficiency
• Adheres to all company employment policies and safe practices

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About the Company :

Fire Safety First is a full-service fire protection company serving all of Southern California. We strive to deliver fire protection and life safety solutions that protect people and assets from harm so that our communities continue to prosper. We specialize in the installation, repair, testing, and inspection of fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, fire extinguishers, backflow preventers, underground fire lines, and more. Our company is growing and looking for talented individuals to join us in our mission!

Fire Safety First is committed to a respectful and purposeful work environment; this includes each team member taking responsibility for the greater good of the company and its goal to provide exceptional customer service. Each team member is expected to strive for excellence in all aspects of their work.

Additionally, Fire Safety First is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we proudly promote a diverse workforce and do not discriminate. We encourage all employees and applicants who meet the position requirements to apply for advancement within the organization regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Harassment or inappropriate behavior of any kind is not tolerated and could be grounds for termination.

If assistance or an accommodation due to a disability is needed, please discuss with Human Resources and / or the hiring manager.