Fire Alarm Designer

About Us:
Since 1987, Eagle Fire Inc. has become a top-tier provider of comprehensive fire protection services, including fire sprinkler systems, life safety services, special hazards systems, fire alarm services, access control systems, fire protection systems management, and fire extinguisher sales and service. Our expertise caters to commercial, industrial, government, and mercantile facilities.

Join Our Growing Team:
As we expand across VA, NC, SC, GA, AL, TX and TN, we're enhancing scheduling consistency and ensuring faster customer response times. Join us for ample promotional growth and career advancement opportunities in the dynamic field of fire protection and life safety.

Benefits:

In addition to standard benefits, new employees are eligible for Eagle Fire Perks:

• $2,000 Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Uses discretion and judgment to complete design and installation drawings for
• fire alarm systems.
• Creates project material and equipment lists based on the completed design drawings.
• Conducts analytical studies of fire alarm proposals to develop designs in
• compliance with NFPA codes, manufacturer instructions and customer requirements.
• Support the operation by communicating with field personnel and subcontractors to properly execute the installation of the system based on modifications due to field conditions.
• Performs and checks fire alarm system calculations.
• Assists with fire protection system bid estimates.
• Provides standard documents of designs for Company records, authority having jurisdiction and any other entity which may be required.
• Prepares analysis of criteria or data and prepares reports to determine if design meets functional and performance criteria.
• Communicates any design issues, job schedules, and other routine communications to the customer and Service Center Manager.
• Participates in pre-submittal, project review and job cost meetings.
• Handles each transaction in a way that positively spreads our Company’s
• reputation.
• Expected to keep our word 100% of the time and work every day until our obligations are met.
• Has and is expected to use the authority to make decisions that will provide successful transactions and satisfy customers.
• Responsible for completing continuing education necessary to maintain current certifications and/or licenses as required for position.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Must exhibit characteristics consistent with encouraging Team concept.
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English fluently.
• Must possess a practical knowledge of fire protection codes and standards.
• Must possess good mechanical aptitude with the ability to use trade tools and equipment.
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret construction documents and shop drawings.
• Must provide quality customer service.
• Must be a self-starter and possess the ability to work alone.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must handle multiple projects and identify priorities.
• Must interact well with all levels of individuals, internally and externally.
• Must maintain a positive and professional demeanor.
• Must possess the ability to handle change, resolve conflict and solve problems as they arise with minimal direction.
• Must possess excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Office Professional, applicable database programs, AutoCAD operations, and a working knowledge of interface equipment used in above duties and responsibilities

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent, plus
• 7+ years of experience in the desired trade, plus
• Minimum Level II NICET certification in desired field required (or the ability to obtain Level II.
• Ability to operate AutoCAD required, plus
• The equivalent combination of education and experience.

In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, we maintain a drug-free workplace and operate a Drug-Free Workplace program. Eagle Fire Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.