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Fire Alarm Designer

Cleveland, OH · On-site

Fire Alarm Designer Location: Cleveland, OH Silco Fire & Security isn't just a company, it's a mission. Every day, our team plays a vital role in protecting lives and property for over 45,000 ...

SilcoFS

Fire Alarm Designer

Akron, OH · On-site

Fire Alarm Designer Location: Akron, OH Silco Fire & Security isn't just a company, it's a mission. Every day, our team plays a vital role in protecting lives and property for over 45,000 businesses ...

SilcoFS

Fire Alarm Designer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Fire Alarm Designer Location: Cincinnati, OH Silco Fire & Security isn't just a company, it's a mission. Every day, our team plays a vital role in protecting lives and property for over 45,000 ...

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How much do contract fire alarm designer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract fire alarm designer in the United States is $76,035.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $92,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Fire Alarm Designer vs Fire Alarm Technician?

AspectContract Fire Alarm DesignerFire Alarm Technician
CredentialsTypically requires NICET certification, relevant engineering or design experienceOften requires NICET certification, technical training, and on-the-job experience
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, project sites during planning phasesInstallation, maintenance, and troubleshooting at job sites
Employer & Industry UsageDesign firms, consulting companies, construction projectsFire alarm installation companies, maintenance firms, building facilities

The Contract Fire Alarm Designer focuses on creating and planning fire alarm systems, often working in design offices and collaborating with engineers. In contrast, the Fire Alarm Technician handles installation, testing, and maintenance on-site. Both roles require NICET certification and industry knowledge, but their daily tasks and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Contract Fire Alarm Designer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,035 per year, or $36.6 per hour.
Fire Alarm Designer

Fire Alarm Designer

International Fire Protection Inc.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

PROVIDING RIGHT SOLUTIONS FOR ALL FIRE PROTECTION NEEDS SINCE 1990.
International Fire Protection (IFP) is an Alabama-based fire suppression company. We have charted our history and legacy in building a safer environment for our customers and communities. Therefore, LIFE SAFETY IS OUR BUSINESS, as such, we promise to provide the best life safety service to our customers through quality, integrity, honesty, and customer satisfaction.

What we offer

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Flex Spending Accounts (health and dependent)
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • PTO & Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Supplemental Insurance (life, disability, accidental, critical)

Fire Alarm Designer

Successful candidate should like working with others and being part of a team. As a Fire Alarm Designer, you will be responsible for creating comprehensive fire alarm system designs that meet project specifications, client needs, and regulatory requirements. Your work will involve collaborating with architects, engineers, and clients to develop effective solutions that ensure safety and compliance with fire codes and industry standards. You will utilize design software and your technical expertise to create detailed layout drawings, schematics, and specifications for fire alarm systems in various types of buildings.

Job Responsibilities

  • Read and interpret building construction documents such as drawings, specifications and other contract documents.
  • Prepare fire alarm shop drawings, specifications, equipment submittals and computer hydraulic calculations as needed for compliance with applicable fire protection codes.
  • Prepare material data submittals for fire alarm equipment and material as necessary.
  • Survey existing buildings for accurate, economical installation of fire alarm systems.
  • Work closely with Design Manager, Sr. Designer, Project Managers, field staff and other employees throughout the company.
  • Generate Request for Information Forms (RFI's), test certificates and Operation and Maintenance Manuals (O&M's).
  • Attend Project Manager's meetings as necessary.
  • Attend related training classes, courses and seminars as requested by supervisor.

Job Qualifications

  • NICET certification - Level I or higher.
  • Previous years' experience in commercial and/or industrial fire alarm design.
  • CAD experience.
  • Ability to read & analyze building construction documents.
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Ability to work in a timely manner and meet deadlines.
  • Must possess a valid unrestricted driver's license.
  • Must be able to drive to job sites.
  • Must be detail oriented.
  • Ability to communicate properly and professionally, both verbally and by documentation.
  • Ability to coordinate and work well with others.

LIMITATIONS and DISCLAIMER:

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.  Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.  To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.  Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

International Fire Protection Inc. and its subsidiaries are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic.  Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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