CAD Specialist – Life Safety
Location: Kansas City | In-Office | Full-Time
SummaryThe CAD Specialist is responsible for creating, revising, and maintaining accurate technical drawings and schematics in support of Life Safety and fire protection projects. This role works closely with engineers, project managers, and internal teams to ensure drawings meet project specifications, industry standards, and compliance requirements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and experienced in CAD drafting within Life Safety or related construction environments.
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- $65,000 - $85,000 Annual Salary (DOE)
- Benefits That Pay Off Fast – Real value starts as soon as you're eligible. No long wait to feel the impact.
- $0 Employee Medical Premiums – We cover 100% of your employee medical insurance.
- Customize Your Coverage – Dental, vision, life, disability, wellness programs, and family benefit options.
- Paid Time to Recharge – 7 paid holidays each year.
- Flexible PTO That Grows With You – Use time off for vacation, life events, or simply recharging.
- Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with a 100% company match on your first 4%.
- Daily Per Diem While Traveling
- Company-Paid Flights, Hotels, and Transportation
- Employee Referral Program
What You’ll Do
- Produce accurate technical drawings and plans using AutoCAD
- Create, revise, and maintain Life Safety CAD files, schematics, and as-built drawings
- Interpret and update blueprints, construction documents, and design layouts
- Support project teams with drafting throughout the project lifecycle
- Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and internal stakeholders to ensure design accuracy and consistency
- Maintain organized and up-to-date project documentation, including drawings, calculations, and system specifications
- Apply industry standards and best practices in CAD drafting
- Follow applicable Life Safety, fire protection, and compliance guidelines (including NFPA where applicable)
- Assist with special projects and ongoing drafting initiatives as needed
Who We Are
REMEDI8® is a national leader in passive fire protection and compliance solutions for healthcare and commercial facilities. Headquartered in Lenexa, Kansas, we specialize in inspection, maintenance, and compliance of fire doors, dampers, and firestopping systems.
REMEDI8® delivers industry-leading reporting, innovative software, and tailored compliance solutions that help our customers maintain safety, efficiency, and regulatory readiness nationwide.
What We’re Looking For
- 3+ years of hands-on proficiency using AutoCAD
- Direct experience with CAD/drafting for Life Safety
- Background in construction, engineering, fire protection, or related technical industries
- Strong ability to interpret and work from blueprints, construction documents, and technical drawings
- Certified Life Safety Specialist (preferred, not required)
- Working knowledge of NFPA codes and Life Safety compliance standards (preferred)
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional project teams
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn company-specific software tools
Physical Requirements
- Regular standing, walking, bending, twisting, kneeling, and reaching
- Ability to climb ladders and work above ceiling spaces
- Ability to work in confined spaces and containment units
- Ability to safely lift and carry materials, tools, and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying environmental conditions
Additional Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age to meet company driving and insurance eligibility requirements
- Valid driver's license required. Ability to obtain and maintain identification necessary for work-related travel is required
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
- Ability to work occasional overtime, nights, weekends, or modified schedules as business needs require
Compensation & Benefits Disclosure: The compensation range for this position is $65,000-$85,000 Annual Salary. This range represents REMEDI8's good-faith estimate of the compensation expected to be offered to a successful candidate at the time of hire. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, certifications, geographic location, market conditions, and business needs.
Placement within the compensation range will be determined based on factors including experience, skills, certifications, education, geographic market, internal equity, and business needs.
In addition to base pay, eligible employees may have access to company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings plans with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, and other programs offered in accordance with company policy and applicable law. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary by position, location, and length of employment.
Application Deadline: This position will remain open until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement: REMEDI8 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, military status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
REMEDI8 is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and applicants throughout the hiring process. If you require assistance or accommodation to access our careers site, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, please contact Human Resources.
Pay Transparency Statement: REMEDI8 will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant, consistent with applicable law.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Notice: REMEDI8 may utilize technology, including artificial intelligence (AI) and automated tools, to assist with certain aspects of the recruitment and hiring process. All employment decisions are made in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. REMEDI8 does not use AI or automated systems to unlawfully discriminate against applicants or employees based on any protected characteristic.
Pre-Employment Screening: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screenings, which may include motor vehicle record reviews, drug testing, employment verification, credential verification, criminal background checks where permitted by law, and other job-related assessments consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
REMEDI8 will not inquire about an applicant's criminal history or conduct criminal background checks until after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.
REMEDI8 will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including Fair Chance and Ban-the-Box laws where applicable. REMEDI8 complies with all applicable Fair Chance, Ban-the-Box, and criminal history assessment laws. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Any criminal history consideration will be conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and will consider the nature of the position, the nature of the offense, the time elapsed since the offense, and any other factors required by law.
Skills Required
- At least 3 years of hands-on proficiency using AutoCAD
- Direct experience with CAD drafting for Life Safety
- Background in construction, engineering, fire protection, or a related technical industry
- Ability to interpret blueprints, construction documents, and technical drawings
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional project teams
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn company-specific software tools
- Certified Life Safety Specialist
- Working knowledge of NFPA codes and Life Safety compliance standards
- At least 21 years of age
- Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain identification for work-related travel
- Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
- Ability to work occasional overtime, nights, weekends, or modified schedules
- Ability to perform physical tasks including climbing ladders, working in confined spaces, and lifting up to 20 pounds
What We Do
REMEDI8® specializes in helping our customers navigate and maintain the complex world of safety and compliance. Under the guidance of former CMS and Joint Commission Surveyors, REMEDI8® has developed specialized reporting that specifically addresses maintaining and reporting on Fire Door, Fire Damper, and Firestopping for facilities. REMEDI8® is nationally certified with highly skilled technicians employed and serving all 50 states. Our innovative software makes reporting and asset tracking easy. We provide tailored full-service inspections, surveys, installations, & maintenance for life safety systems.
