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Fire Alarm Draftsman - Entry-Level - Maurice, LA in Maurice

Date Posted: 05 November 2026

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Job Description

Pay: $40,000-$50,000 plus holiday bonus and possible performance bonuses

About the Opportunity:
This is a great way to launch a career in fire protection design. Our client is a growing fire protection contractor that will train you on fire alarm systems while you put your AutoCAD and Revit skills to work on real commercial projects. It's a clear path toward NICET certification and a designer role.

Key Responsibilities:
- Draft fire alarm layouts, riser diagrams and shop drawings in AutoCAD and Revit
- Revise drawings based on designer, engineer and AHJ comments
- Help prepare submittal packages and as-built drawings
- Learn NFPA 72 and local code requirements under experienced designers

Qualifications:
- Entry-level welcome; new candidates from drafting, CAD or engineering technology programs encouraged to apply
- Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit
- Detail-oriented, eager to learn, with a stable work or school history

Benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) with 3.5% company match
- Holiday bonus and possible performance bonuses
- Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available for candidates relocating to Louisiana

Why Apply: You'll get paid training, mentorship from senior designers and a real career path in a growing industry.

How to Apply:
This search is managed confidentially. Contact Jennifer Waggoner at Jennifer.Waggoner@gogpac.com or 605.370.5534. All inquiries are kept confidential.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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