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Weekend Fire Protection Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Fire Protection Engineer

Miami, FL · On-site

$79K - $107K/yr

Our Fire Protection Department services include fire alarm and detection system design, high-rise buildings, large campus fire alarm and protection, sprinkler, emergency communications and more. Some ...

$106K/yr

The primary purpose of this position, Fire Protection Specialist GS-0081-13, is to serve as the Fire Emergency Services (FES) Readiness and Publications Program Manager, FES Division in the Readiness ...

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Fire Protection Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$78K - $105K/yr

This Fire Protection position is a senior engineering role and presents an opportunity for a candidate to excel in their expertise and contribute to growing our Fire Protection and Life Safety ...

Fire Protection Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$78K - $105K/yr

This Fire Protection position is a senior engineering role and presents an opportunity for a candidate to excel in their expertise and contribute to growing our Fire Protection and Life Safety ...

This position provides fire protection engineering design support for in-house and A/E design-bid-build and design-build projects and associated efforts. Job Duties & Responsibilities * Provide ...

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Description We are seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineers to support the design, review, and construction oversight of fire protection and life safety systems. This role requires deep technical ...

Description We are seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineers to support the design, review, and construction oversight of fire protection and life safety systems. This role requires deep technical ...

Description We are seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineers to support the design, review, and construction oversight of fire protection and life safety systems. This role requires deep technical ...

Fire Protection Engineer - Hybrid

Miami, FL · On-site

$79K - $107K/yr

Our Fire Protection Department services include fire alarm and detection system design, high-rise buildings, large campus fire alarm and protection, sprinkler, emergency communications and more. Some ...

Description We are seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineers to support the design, review, and construction oversight of fire protection and life safety systems. This role requires deep technical ...

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Weekend Fire Protection information

What is the difference between Weekend Fire Protection vs Fire Alarm Technician?

AspectWeekend Fire ProtectionFire Alarm Technician
CertificationsFire safety certifications, OSHA trainingFire alarm system certifications, NICET certification
Work EnvironmentOn-site inspections, system testing, emergency responseInstallation, maintenance, troubleshooting of fire alarm systems
Employer & IndustryFire protection companies, safety servicesSecurity system companies, building maintenance

Weekend Fire Protection and Fire Alarm Technicians both work in fire safety but focus on different aspects. Weekend Fire Protection primarily handles inspections and emergency responses, while Fire Alarm Technicians install and maintain alarm systems. Both roles require safety certifications and are vital in fire safety services, but their daily tasks and certifications differ slightly.

What are the most commonly searched types of Fire Protection jobs in Florida?

The most popular types of Fire Protection jobs in Florida are:

Fire Protection Engineer

Vanderweil Engineers

Miami, FL • On-site

$79K - $107K/yr

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Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Who we are!

Vanderweil Engineers is a nationally recognized, top-ranked engineering firm specializing in MEP/FP and technology services. For 75 years, we've delivered innovative solutions across diverse sectors—including Science & Technology, Mission Critical, Academic, Healthcare, and Commercial. As one of the largest independently owned engineering firms in the U.S., our team of 500+ professionals operates from nine offices nationwide, bringing deep expertise and a commitment to excellence to every project.


If you’re ready to grow your career alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, we’d love to hear from you. We offer both stability and growth opportunities in today’s fast-changing environment. We are currently seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to join our team!


Our Fire Protection Department services include fire alarm and detection system design, high-rise buildings, large campus fire alarm and protection, sprinkler, emergency communications and more.


Some of your responsibilities include the following:

  • Design of fire suppression and fire alarm systems in the Mission Critical Market Sector with the potential to work throughout all company market sectors including academic, commercial, healthcare, and science and technology.
  • The engineer will be responsible for designs of automatic sprinklers, standpipes, fire pumps, gaseous agent suppression, fire alarms, voice evacuation, mass notification, special technology fire detection and smoke control.
  • Coordinate with the design team and/or construction staff to lead related portions of construction planning and visit the project construction site throughout the construction administration process along with field reports, RFI responses, and FP / FA shop drawing and submittal reviews.
  • Design and layout systems, and create drawings using Revit, AutoCAD, and HydraCALC.
  • Survey existing project sites to document existing conditions and to assess existing FP / FA infrastructure.


Essential Skills & Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Fire Protection Engineering.
  • 7+ years of professional fire protection engineering industry experience designing fire protection and fire alarm systems.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit with fluency in MS Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook and cloud tools. Strong communication and computer skills are required.
  • The preferred candidate will have excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, problem solving and analytical skills
  • Candidate must have the ability to create and modify technical drawings and specifications
  • Customer service perspective with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff
  • Ability to travel to review Fire Suppression and Fire Alarm system installations
  • PE highly preferred
  • Proven Leadership Experience


Our Flexible and Hybrid Culture:

We know that work/life integration is important to our employees. Our hybrid work style (up to 2 days remote per week) allows team members to have flexibility while building their skills through in-person exposure to industry experts.


Our wellness programs prioritize our team members’ physical and behavioral health.


This is a high visibility role and the total compensation that we expect to pay for this position is dependent on years of experience, licensure, education and project portfolio but expected to be in the $80,000 to $120,000 range.


If you would like to connect with us for more information, please contact a member of our recruitment team or to learn more about our work culture, please visit us at www.vanderweil.com