Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company.  We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other.  And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities.  WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.

Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specializes in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.

What we offer:

• Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan)
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

Designer (Entry-Level)

This individual will learn to design, coordinate, and project manage the fire sprinkler systems for both residential and commercial projects.  He or she will design and create the finished representation for the sprinkler systems using drawing and drafting skills and tools.  The drawings produced will be used as a guide by every other link in the chain of construction, both on-site and in the office.  This person will have responsibility for the initial planning of a project including scheduling of time, creating material stock listing, analyzing changes, and solving problems.  

Job Responsibilities

• Review construction contract documents and coordinate with sub-contractors and General Contractor/Owner to gather the required information to design the project’s fire sprinkler system
• Through use of analytical thinking and problem solving, determine construction feasibility and systems possibilities
• Create detailed drawings through extensive use of AutoCAD, Revit or AutoSprink type programs
• Create stock list for all material required throughout the project
• Perform hydraulic calculations
• Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work
• Maintain design historical records and historical records for all functions for future use
• Ensure work complies with codes and permit
• Learn and develop the use of Navis for project modeling and coordination
• Perform job site surveys and check the job status for accuracy
• complete other assigned responsibilities as directed by immediate supervisor or other WSFP management personnel 

Job Qualifications

• Construction Management degree, Engineering degree or other applicable degree from a technical school or college is preferred
• Demonstrated ability with AutoSprink or other specialized fire sprinkler layout software is desirable
• AutoCAD experience is required
• Able to perform work in a timely manner and meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented, highly motivated and eager
• Willing to coordinate and work well with others
• Possess excellent communication skills-written and verbal
• Willing to pass a background check and post-offer drug test 

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

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