Fire watch Jobs in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Job Description

Job Description

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 Companys 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 Companys 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