Design Trainee
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary
We have an exciting opportunity to add several Design Trainees this year! We have a 6 month program that allows early career selected applicants to learn the design principals needed to succeed within the fire and life safety industry. Allied will lead you for several months down the Sprinkler Design career path in: New Construction, Remodel, and Underground so we can select a department that fits you best.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Dive into the department day to day tasks and be assigned daily responsibilities
• Become involved with hands-on activities that can include; working in various software, working on sprinkler system layout, interpreting code, and determining design criteria
Knowledge:
• Associate degree or certification in AutoCad, Drafting or similar coursework
• Field experience preferred in Construction, Pipefitting, or Fire Protection
Work Experience:
• Customer service experience preferred
• Previous exposure to the construction industry preferred
Skills and Competencies:
• Excellent written, verbal communication
• Detail oriented with excellent organization skills
• Proficient in working with Microsoft Office Products
• Open to learning new methods, training and development skills
Physical Requirements
• A mix of an office setting, including sitting, bending, walking and viewing monitors
• Field project work can include surveying and viewing at heights, working around machinery and large equipment, and keeping a safety-first mindset
Skills Required
- Associate degree or certification in AutoCAD, drafting, or similar coursework
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organization skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
- Willingness to learn new methods and participate in training and development
- Field experience in construction, pipefitting, or fire protection
- Customer service experience
- Previous exposure to the construction industry
- Ability to perform office and field work, including surveying, viewing at heights, and working around machinery
What We Do
Allied Fire Protection is dedicated to protecting lives and property through expert fire protection solutions. From our corporate headquarters in Houston, we proudly serve communities across Austin, San Antonio, Laredo, the Rio Grande Valley, Dallas/Fort Worth, Tampa, and Nashville — delivering safety, reliability, and peace of mind wherever we go.
