Southland Industries Inc.
Position Summary
The Designer II, Fire Protection will assist in the design of Fire Suppression, Fire Detection systems, and in Life Safety Code Analysis.
Position Details
Competently performs the items of Fire Protection Designer II
Completes calculations, drawings and specifications related to fire suppression and detection systems for small projects.
Oversees entire lifecycle of small project as it pertains to fire protection including layout, permit procurement, field surveys, coordination, creation of fabrication lists, answering an assisting with field generated questions, RFI creation, and as-builts.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or G.E.D. required
Fire Protection journeyman or apprentice experience preferred
NICET II minimum preferred
Ability to self QC drawings prior to submitting to peer review
Able to perform calculations and lists on projects
Estimate design hours for projects
Provide basic information to develop change orders / RFIs
Takes responsibility for meeting deliverable deadlines
Able to competently and accurately decipher contract drawings, calculations, and specifications
Able to competently and effectively coordinate projects
An entrepreneurial spirit and the desire to roll up your sleeves and do what it takes to get the job done.
An ability to work in a collaborative environment with other team members
Excellent working knowledge of fire protection design, building codes, types of equipment utilized in the industry, and system operations.
Benefits As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family :
401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
Disability income protection insurance
Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
Training / professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
Wellness benefits
About Southland Industries As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.
To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities , follow us on social media , and check out our website .
Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer
and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Contingent Employment :
All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.
External Agency Announcement : Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be establishedafter a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
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Position Details
Competently performs the items of Fire Protection Designer II
Completes calculations, drawings and specifications related to fire suppression and detection systems for small projects.
Oversees entire lifecycle of small project as it pertains to fire protection including layout, permit procurement, field surveys, coordination, creation of fabrication lists, answering an assisting with field generated questions, RFI creation, and as-builts.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or G.E.D. required
Fire Protection journeyman or apprentice experience preferred
NICET II minimum preferred
Ability to self QC drawings prior to submitting to peer review
Able to perform calculations and lists on projects
Estimate design hours for projects
Provide basic information to develop change orders / RFIs
Takes responsibility for meeting deliverable deadlines
Able to competently and accurately decipher contract drawings, calculations, and specifications
Able to competently and effectively coordinate projects
An entrepreneurial spirit and the desire to roll up your sleeves and do what it takes to get the job done.
An ability to work in a collaborative environment with other team members
Excellent working knowledge of fire protection design, building codes, types of equipment utilized in the industry, and system operations.
Benefits As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family :
401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
Disability income protection insurance
Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
Training / professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
Wellness benefits
About Southland Industries As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.
To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities , follow us on social media , and check out our website .
Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer
and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
Contingent Employment :
All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.
External Agency Announcement : Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be establishedafter a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
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