W&M Sprinkler Co. Inc. is a full-service fire protection contractor with complete design, installation, and fabrication capability.  W&M has proudly served the tri-state area for over 20 years, and offers a challenging and rewarding work environment.

What we offer

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Flex Spending
  • Health Savings
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life and Disability Insurance Options

Designers are responsible for the accurate design and layout of fire protection systems.  This includes some project management tasks and coordination with other building construction trades.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Reads, interprets building construction documents such as drawings, specifications and other contract documents
  • Prepares fire protection shop drawings, specifications, equipment submittals and computer hydraulic calculations as needed for compliance with applicable fire protection codes
  • Prepares equipment stock lists and fabrication lists for fabrication of fire protection piping and hangers and purchases material as necessary
  • Surveys existing buildings for accurate, economical installation of fire protection systems
  • Works closely with other Designers, Project Managers, field staff and other employees throughout the company
  • Generates Request for Information Forms (RFI’s), test certificates and Operation and Maintenance Manuals (O&M’s)
  • Attends Project Manager meetings as necessary
  • Attends related training classes, courses and seminars as requested by supervisor

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

No direct supervisory responsibilities, but may give direction to field personnel when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Good oral, written and telephone communication skills
  • Good customer service skills
  • Moderate to advanced computer skills
  • Time management, organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to read, analyze building construction documents
  • Good mathematical skills

 EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

  • High school diploma / GED required
  • Associate’s degree preferred; Engineering degree a plus
  • CAD experience preferred

 CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

  • Valid State Driver License
  • NICET Certifications preferred (or willingness to obtain)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Office environment – moderate noise
  • Construction job sites – moderate to heavy noise, uneven ground, may be subject to heights
  • Ability to maneuver in restricted, poorly lit spaces
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at times
  • May be required to climb ladders up to 6 feet
  • Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)

LIMITATIONS and DISCLAIMER:

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

 This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

 Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.  To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.  Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

 

Davis-Ulmer and its subsidiaries are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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