Since 1946, Davis-Ulmer Fire Protection has been providing full-service fire sprinkler, suppression, alarm, and security systems to its customers, while maintaining our reputation as being one of the best companies in the business in the Northeast region.  

At Davis-Ulmer we believe that investing and empowering our employees as leaders develops an organization that delivers innovative solutions and services that create a superior customer experience. The unique blend of our leader's abilities and the ownership of their work, combined with our culture and values, creates something that is simply described as the Davis-Ulmer difference.

We are currently seeking an individual with manufacturing or construction experience to join our team as a Designer in our Liverpool, NY office.   

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Group Life and Voluntary Life
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account options
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Stock Purchase options
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off and paid holidays

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 Design Manager, Sr. Designer, 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
• Other duties as assigned 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities; however, the Designer may be required to assist Design Trainees and field personnel when required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good oral, written and telephone communication skills
• Strong 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 with an Engineering degree a plus
• CAD experience preferred
• Previous experience in Fire Protection Systems design or equivalent combination of experience and education

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Driver's License
• NICET certifications preferred

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)