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Sprinkler Design Apprentice
- Everon (Columbia, MD)
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Company Overview:
At Everon, we truly believe that our people are the difference – for our organization, the customers we serve and the communities we protect. When you’re a part of Everon, you’ll have the opportunity to be a part of that difference every day. With more than 100 locations, a deep national presence, and comprehensive portfolio of solutions and services, our employees are always poised for career advancement and growth. For more information, visit www.everonsolutions.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Position Summary:
The Designer is responsible for working with Sales and Engineering departments to provide engineering and drafting of life safety, fire alarm sprinkler systems.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Designs fire protection sprinkler systems with accuracy
Work with the Sales and Technical staff to interpret project specifications and drawings, determining system layout.
Perform to a professional standard for accurate, neat, error free work, as determined by the department manager.
Complete engineering requests in accordance with sound business practices and general corporate policies.
Review individual drawings to ensure completeness and accuracy of work performed.
Understand and utilize company-drafting procedures.
Actively participate in personal and professional development and maintain knowledge of current and new technologies that the company offers.
Promote a team environment, assisting other Design Engineers with their projects. Performs other related duties as required and/or assigned by Red Hawk Management.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications - External
Experience and Requirements:
Proficient knowledge in current codes such as NFPA, UBC, UFC and the principles and practices of fire protection engineering.
Proficient knowledge in the use of AutoCAD for the purpose of engineering and application of fire sprinkler systems
Have proficient knowledge of the product lines and related parts used by Red Hawk
AA - Associates degree from an accredited College or University, technical school or equivalent combination of education and related field experience
Posses a working knowledge of low voltage communications systems
Must have two (2) years experience with AutoCAD
Must demonstrate Computer literacy, including such programs as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and AutoCAD
Must possess superior interpersonal skills and be a team player
Must demonstrate competency in advanced fire alarm design (High-rise, Smoke control, Voice, etc)
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adjust to shifting priorities
Valid driver license with acceptable driving record, we will conduct background and drug test.
Additional skills and abilities:
Excellent customer service skills to deal with both internal and external customers
Must be responsible, self-motivated, self-starter, personable and well organized
Must be able to effectively handle stressful situations
NICET Certification
Travel: Minimum
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Use of equipment: computer keyboard and mouse, telephone, copier and fax machines
Some light lifting of objects is required (ie: drawings, can weigh up to 35 lbs.)
Employee is required to sit for long periods of time (can be up to 2.5 hours at a time)
Typical office environment -- no unusual exposures
The budgeted pay range is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to tenure, previous experience, qualifications, certifications, and geographic considerations. Everon offers eligible employees competitive benefits, including health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan with company match, short term and long term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, and paid time off among others.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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