Fire Protection Designer – Fire Suppression Division Job at Viking Fire Protection

Viking Fire Protection Ottawa, ON

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Workplace :
Ottawa, ON

Schedule :
Full time - Day

Number of jobs to fill :
1

Job status :
Permanent

Salary :
To be discussed
Job Description

We are looking for a designer with fire protection knowledge and general construction background. We want a person that can fit in with our team of engineers/designers and is capable of design through CAD and/or REVIT who can be taught and wants to learn about the fire protection field. Fire protection knowledge is a requirement.

You will be mainly responsible for designing automatic fire sprinkler systems and preparing drawings in accordance with the requirements of current codes. Your primary responsibilities will be to:

Prepare drawings considering architectural, structural and mechanical plans using AutoCAD and HydraCAD systems, etc.;
Reproduce and draw sketches, drawings and plans;
Arrange sprinklers on the drawings in accordance with current standards;
Participate in project meetings with project managers & other trades for project coordination;
Order material based on the coordinated drawings;
Proceed to field surveys for installation drawings;
Estimate change orders and help prepare quotes for the sales team.
QUALIFICATIONS

Junior designers are welcome to apply. If you are a junior designer looking to work within a team of experienced fire protection professionals and you are eager to learn and develop your experience while working on stimulating projects, this may be the position you are looking for!

Diploma in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Design or High School diploma with equivalent relevant experience;
Proficiency in computer-assisted design with AutoCad;
Knowledge of Revit design (an asset);
Knowledge of standards and codes governing design and installation of automatic fire protection systems;
Specific training in fire protection (an asset);
Knowledge of HydraCad (an asset).
WHY JOIN US
Viking values, respects and supports the interests of its employees from all walks of life. We will consider all qualified candidates.
Competitive salary based on competencies and experience
3 weeks of vacation following one year of service, 12 paid Statutory Holidays
Comprehensive Group Insurance Plan upon hiring, including the virtual care platform Dialogue for a quick access to healthcare services in many Canadian provinces
Group RRSP with employer contributions following 3 months of continuous service
Supplemental training according to employee, market or company needs
Years of service Recognition Program


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