Senior Sprinkler Designer

WORKSITE LOCATION: Raleigh, NC

JOB DUTIES:

Design 2D and 3D Fire sprinkler systems in coordination with owners' specifications to ensure compliance with all applicable NFPA standards and local codes. High Rise buildings, Apartment complexes, Warehouses, In-rack storage systems. Assist design manager with reviewing submittal drawings and fabrication lists to ensure accuracy. Train design trainees in all applicable aspects of the protection. (ex. Assist with fire hydrant operation and flow testing, help with learning a new programs and understanding new design concepts). Take part in weekly construction progress meetings with the General contractor, Architect, and other subcontractors throughout the entire duration of the project. Design alternate means and methods by consulting NFPA and local codes to come up with solutions to design obstacles. Prepare shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, and material submittals for review by Architects, Engineers and Authority Having Jurisdiction. Coordinate sprinkler system design using 3D modeling in new and existing structures with architects and other MEP trades. Compile stock lists and material requisitions for the installation of Fire Sprinkler systems along with installation prints. Lead project kick-off meetings with Forman, Superintendent and project manager before the field work begins.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Fire Protection Engineering Technology Diploma plus 4 years of experience as a Senior Sprinkler Designer or any related occupation

OFFERED SALARY: $64,605/Year

Summit Fire & Security, a subsidiary of SFP Holding, Inc. (Summit Companies), is a full-service provider for fire detection, suppression, and security with a full suite of capabilities that includes design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. We serve customer across many verticals on a local, regional, and national scale. We're proud of our well-deserved reputation for quality work that's completed by our talented and experienced installation workforce. Summit Fire & Security is a dynamic organization with endless growth opportunities spanning over 70 locations in more than 20 states.

Our company is consistently recognized for service excellence in the fire protection industry. Summit Fire & Security supports trade skills and workforce development by hosting Recognized Apprenticeships and on-the-job training (OJT) programs for new career-seekers. Many members of our leadership chair NFPA code compliance committees, serve on regional safety boards, and support technical education in local schools. Summit Fire & Security supports employees in their professional development by offering continued development, training, and education by encouraging NICET and other career-advancing certifications. We continually strive to be the Employer of Choice for highly motivated team members who want to succeed in a high-growth environment. We encourage initiative, independence, diversity, and personal career growth.

Demonstrating the combination of experience, knowledge, and customer service is the key to our performance and helps us achieve our goal of providing the highest quality fire protection services possible to protect lives and property.

Benefits

Summit Fire & Security offers extensive training opportunities, career advancement, competitive pay, bonus opportunities, along with an industry leading and affordable benefits package for eligible employees. Our benefits package includes:

• Paid Vacation and Holidays

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Long-Term Disability

• Employer Paid

• Short-Term Disability

• Employer Paid

• Additional Voluntary Ancillary Benefits such as Accident and Hospital Indemnity

• Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Referral Program

Our Core Values

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• We are PASSIONATE about life safety

• We have INTEGRITY (Do the right thing)

• We work in PARTNERSHIP with our customers and community

• We constantly strive for OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE (Do things right)

We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

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