Top 5 Fire sprinkler technician Jobs in Cedar Rapids, Ia

Fire Sprinkler Designer 1 - Continental (Cedar Rapids)
Continental Fire Alarm —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Research
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Security & Fire Equipment Service Technician
Johnson Controls —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $28.70 - $39.47 an hour
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Windows
- Paid training
- Wellness program

Discover related jobs

Based on your search for fire sprinkler technician jobs.

Maintenance Technician
Ebenezer —Coralville, IA
If repairs require outside contractor assistance, makes contact and schedules those repairs with contractors at the direction and with the approval of…
$24.08 - $34.01 an hour

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

Data Center Facilities Technician, Fire Life Safety
Google —Columbus, OH
Associate's degree, trade school certification, or other certified training in a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
$105,000 - $146,000 a year
Fire Alarm Service Technician
Genesis Building Systems —Columbus, OH
Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Travel to multiple commercial sites daily to troubleshoot and repair fire alarm systems.
From $35 an hour
Quick Apply
14h

Show more jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for fire sprinkler technician in cedar rapids, ia

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

fire sprinkler technician jobs near cedar rapids, ia

Equipment Service Technician jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

Fire Sprinkler Technician jobs in Middleton, MA

Emergency Medical Technician jobs in Madison, WI

Fire Sprinkler Technician jobs in Knoxville, TN

Fire Sprinkler Technician jobs in Merrillville, IN

Seasonal Fire jobs in California

Fire Department jobs in Westchester County, NY

Fire Sprinkler Technician jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

Equipment Service Technician jobs in Paducah, KY

Equipment Service Technician jobs in Charleston, WV

Equipment Service Technician jobs in Denver, CO

Equipment Service Technician jobs in Brooklyn, NY

Printer Technician jobs in Houston, TX

Heavy Equipment Operator jobs in Shreveport, LA

Service Advisor jobs in Ontario, CA

Remote Banking Service jobs in Washington State

Fire Sprinkler Designer 1 - Continental (Cedar Rapids)

Continental Fire Alarm
Cedar Rapids, IA

Apply Now

Job Details

Full-time
$50,000 - $60,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

CAD software
Fabrication
Project engineering
Construction material procurement
Coordinating with subcontractors on construction projects
Safety protocol adherence
Materials management in construction
Construction contract administration
Construction project management
Associate's degree in construction management
Fire codes and regulations
Research
As-built drawings
Construction drawing review
Construction industry experience
As-built drawing coordination
Engineering Technology
Design engineering
Contracts
Schedule creation
Building code analysis
Construction stakeholder communication
Fire design
1 year
Project contract management
Construction submittals
Developing fabrication drawings from concepts
Associate's degree
Hydraulics
Construction Management

Full Job Description

Requisition ID: 180546

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: Continental Fire & Alarm District

Department: Drafting & Design

Market: Building

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

We are an innovative and collaborative team of designers that prepare submittal and field installation drawings, hydraulic calculations, and submittal data for fire protection systems based on the requirements set by NFPA code standards, the International Building Code, and the Local Authority or fire marshal. The position is entry level and will require weeks of hands on training provided by the company. The training will involve directed classroom training, directed field training, and a significant amount of self-directed training and research.

The entry level designer will be expected to learn how to read construction drawings, prepare fire protection installation drawings and hydraulic calculations, prepare material stock lists, visit the construction jobsites to review actual field conditions, and troubleshoot installation conflicts in the field.

This position, being a part of the construction industry, is extremely schedule and deadline driven. The key attributes needed for this position are Drive, Adaptability, and Effective Intelligence (learning a principle and applying it to unique situations). The most successful candidates will exhibit the qualities of humility, integrity, and team-ability.

We are looking for resilient candidates that can learn new things quickly, have a curious mind and are not afraid to ask questions, able to adapt to changes, meet deadlines, and be humble enough to learn from mistakes.

District Overview

Continental Fire Sprinkler Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit, is a full-service fire suppression company that designs, installs, services and inspects fire protection systems with the highest commitment to customer safety and satisfaction. Continental Fire Sprinkler has the expertise and resources to handle every aspect of fire sprinkler protection for any size project. Our professionals are among the most qualified and capable in the industry, allowing us to offer a full spectrum of services. With talented people and extensive resources, Continental Fire Sprinkler Company has completed a wide range of projects within 46 different states throughout the nation since 1971.

We are extremely proud to be a part of the life safety industry, saving lives and property by designing, installing and servicing fire protection systems.

We pride ourselves on developing internal talented people into the managers and leaders of the future. Our success is evidenced by the number of successful, long-term Continental employees currently on our staff. We commit extensive resources to training and developing our people through formal programs and hands-on experience. Our experienced personnel, use of innovative technology, and genuine dedication to customer service has established us as a trusted source for fire protection services.

Location

This position is based out of our office in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Responsibilities

Design fire suppression systems including wet, dry, pre-action, and foam fire sprinkler systems
Detailing of shop drawings (field installation drawings and hydraulic calculations), field engineering (on the jobsite support and review), and operation planning (field installation support)
Compile and prepare plan submittals (shop drawings) and material submittals for review by architects, engineers, clients, and authorities having jurisdiction
Coordinate fire sprinkler design with the building structure and other MEP subcontractors
Prepare project material stocklists to be used for material procurement
Oversee project scheduling, quantity tracking, material fabrication and procurement
Contract administration and communication with the general contractor and authority having jurisdiction
Prepare “as-built” drawings for in-house archive and client files
NFPA Codes and Building Code research

Qualifications

Currently pursuing or a recent graduate in an Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or related degree preferred (Associates degree also considered), or 1-2 years fire sprinkler design experience, or 2+ years direct construction related experience
Experience and familiarity with MS Excel, Word, and AutoCAD preferred
Ability to travel to construction jobsites and other office locations as the business requires (25%-50%), exposed to wide-ranging climates and environments
Able to learn how to read construction, engineering, architectural, and structural plans
High level of self-discipline and ability to operate in a team environment
Highly motivated with a passion for excellence and taking initiative
Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
A passion for safety and ensuring that nobody gets hurt
Having humility to learn from mistakes and not make the same mistakes twice
Able to move between working with a team to working independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives
Organized, time and deadline conscious, and attention to detail

Other Requirements:

Regular, reliable attendance
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

Base Compensation: 50,000 - 60,000

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

fire sprinkler technician jobs in cedar rapids, ia

Fire Sprinkler Designer 1 - Continental (Cedar Rapids)

Security & Fire Equipment Service Technician

Discover related jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for fire sprinkler technician in cedar rapids, ia

Explore jobs in more locations

Position Overview

District Overview

Location

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected