Job Information
United States Alliance Fire Protection, Inc. Fire Sprinkler System Designer in Lake Forest, Illinois
Established in 1986, United States Alliance Fire Protection, Inc. is a financially strong contractor dedicated to saving lives and property through the life-safety systems we install and service. We seek to hire candidates with a can-do attitude who are ready to apply their problem-solving skills with an innovative, best-in-class company that highly values ingenuity and personal integrity. Training will be provided for the best-qualified applicant who may lack some of the desired experiences outlined below.
What we offer
Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
Additional Voluntary Insurance Programs
401K
Profit-Sharing Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Competitive pay range commensurate with education/specialized training and experience
Fire Sprinkler System Designer
Job Description
Design fire sprinkler systems using AutoCAD and Revit. The design process includes layout of sprinklers and piping, hydraulic calculations, 3D BIM coordination, field surveys, and stock listing of all piping and materials needed for installation. USAFP is the leading fire protection contractor in the Chicago area and works on all types of buildings: high-rises, warehouses, residential, hotels, hospitals, etc. Join the USAFP team to help save lives and protect property through the fire sprinkler systems that we build.
Job Responsibilities
Review construction contract documents
Gather all pertinent information necessary to begin the system layout
Prepare fire protection shop drawings and hydraulic calculations utilizing computer technology
Communicate with the authority having jurisdiction and obtain required permits
Coordinate system installation with other trades and troubleshoot solutions
Develop initial schedules for preliminary project work
Communicate with field personnel to ensure correct materials are delivered on time
Maintain necessary records and coordinate within the company for proper transfer and archive
Customer interaction consistent with USA Fire’s stated Purpose/Mission/Values
Job Qualifications
General computer knowledge and skills
Demonstrate working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
Personal organization is necessary to meet deadline-driven tasks
Ability to verbally communicate clearly
Ability to be Flexible
Prospective Employees must submit to, and pass a Background check, and drug screening prior to employment.