Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary: Ability to produce fire protection design drawings and calculations for permitting and construction. Develops relationships, both inside and outside of the company, that promote TP Mechanical and the fire protection design group in a professional manner. 

Responsibilities and Duties:

· Designs fire protection systems utilizing architect generated dimensions and structural backgrounds. Identifies and resolves all elements affecting coordination and communicates any outstanding issues.

· Performs hydraulic calculations as required.

· Completes stock listing for fabrication shop as required.

· Reviews all design drawings in detail before fabrication.

· Creates design drawing schedules in conjunction with the project manager for permit and fabrication schedule.

· Reviews all design documents prior to submittal for permit and architect/engineer review. Stamps and signs all design documents prior to submittal (NICET II/State certification required).

· Attends project meetings and jobsite visits, as needed.

· Documents and advises all parties of any discrepancies, unclear intent or missing information that will affect coordination or design intent.

· Communicates with the field foremen throughout the design process, making notes of any necessary changes made because of coordination. 

· Reviews submittals for size, quantity, and design to ensure they meet engineer requirements, will fit in available space, and are compatible with equipment purchased from other vendors.

· All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience/Qualifications Required:

o Minimum 3-5 year’s fire protection design experience in fire protection systems.

o NICET II/State certification required.

o 10 Hr OSHA certification.

Job Skills:

· Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.

· AutoCAD experience and third-party software training.

· HydraCAD software experience.

· BIM (Navisworks) experience.

· General knowledge of NFPA codes.

· Competent math ability.

· Good basic computer skills.

· Detail oriented.

· Strong organizational skills.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Revit experience.

Education:

· Minimum of high school diploma or GED equivalent. 

· Training or classes in CAD is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

· Capable of climbing on/off equipment and ladders.

· Ability to walk job sites.

Special Requirements:

· Valid Driver’s License

TriplePoint, through our family of companies, delivers end-to-end solutions to our customers, from pre-construction expertise through contracting and fabrication to service and maintenance for piping, plumbing, HVAC/R and fire protection. We do this as a relationship-focused organization that leverages seven decades of experience providing innovative solutions with excellence that drive down costs, enhance safety, increase value and deliver speed to occupancy.

Company Description

TriplePoint, through our family of companies, delivers end-to-end solutions to our customers, from pre-construction expertise through contracting and fabrication to service and maintenance for piping, plumbing, HVAC/R and fire protection. We do this as a relationship-focused organization that leverages seven decades of experience providing innovative solutions with excellence that drive down costs, enhance safety, increase value and deliver speed to occupancy.

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