Fire Alarm AutoCAD Drafter

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The Fire Alarm Designer will contribute to the creation of safe and efficient fire alarm systems. The Fire Alarm Designer will utilize expertise in fire safety codes, engineering principles, and industry standards to design customized fire alarm systems tailored to our clients' needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a passion for enhancing fire safety in various environments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and update detailed drawings for fire alarm systems using AutoCAD.
• Work closely with engineers and project managers to ensure drawings accurately reflect design intent.
• Prepare drawing sets that include floor plans, riser diagrams, calculations, and wiring schematics.
• Prepare submittal booklets that include data sheets, CSFM listings, and record of completion forms.
• Ensure all drawings comply with relevant codes and standards, such as NFPA 72, California Fire Code and local authority regulations.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation.
• Perform quality checks on your work to identify and correct any errors.
• Collaboration with architects, engineers, and clients to understand project requirements
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and codes.
• Prepare shop drawings/plans using AutoCAD that meet applicable codes and manufacturer requirements.
• Utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) software to develop detailed schematics and plans for fire alarm installations.
• Prepare submittals and material lists.
• Communicate with local officials, engineers, architects, and customers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, submittals, specifications, manufacturers manuals, and codes to produce designs and submittals to be reviewed by local officials.
• Remain updated on advancements in fire alarm technology and regulations to ensure compliance and optimal system performance.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.
  
  

Education/Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred.
• NICET Certification in Fire Alarm Systems (Level II minimum preferred).
• Proven experience as a CAD Drafter, with a strong focus on electrical or low-voltage systems preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is a must, minimum of one year.
• Knowledge of fire alarm systems and their components is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards (e.g., NFPA 72) is a significant plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, electrical, and mechanical plans.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Possess professional business communications skills, both written and oral.
• Self-learner, self-motivated, dedicated, organized, and a team player.
• Must have good communication and organization skills.
• Be able to develop and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and accomplish tasks in a timely and safe manner.
  
  

Other Duties

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Core Values

• Customer-Bias: We promise to make recommendations that are always in the best interest of our customers and provide service that’s responsive and dependable, every time.
• Trust: You can count on us to care for you—our customer—as we care for each other.
• Respect: We have the utmost appreciation for this industry and each other and are proud to be working together to help our customers and neighbors protect what they’ve built.
• Commitment: We’re committed to quality craftmanship, quick response and taking care of our team members and our customers like family.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 
• While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and is occasionally required to lift and/or move heavy objects.
• The work also requires the following physical abilities in order to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, grasping, hearing, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, repetitive motion, speaking, talking, and visual acuity.
  
  

Pay Rate

• $65,000 - $80,000 DOE
  
  

Benefits And Perks

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees
  
  

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer