Jason D. Sweet
Vancouver,WA
Summary
Highly skilled and licensed Fire Alarm Designer with over 20 years of experience and expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining commercial fire alarm systems. Seeking a remote position where I can leverage my technical proficiency, certifications, and passion for emerging technologies to contribute to the success of my employer. To use my experience to offer clients complete, cost-effective solutions while maintaining code compliance. Self-motivated and structured so that I can confidently work remotely while producing above average drawings, details and calculations ahead of schedule.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sole Proprietor
Self-employed
Vancouver, WA
10.2021 - Current
- Hone and improve my AutoCAD/fire alarm design skills
- Provide custom fire alarm/smoke control system design, consultation and programming services to Electrical Contractors
- Design custom Fire Smoke Control Stations
- Provide complete submittal packages including code references, scope of work, device layout(floorplan), battery and voltage drop calculations, riser diagrams, operational matrix, custom wiring diagrams, panel layout and mounting heights, B.O.M., product data sheets and pre-inspection checklist
- Review project drawings and specifications to ensure I am providing the most complete yet cost-effective solution possible
- Perform fire risk assessments on new and existing structures, coordinate with stakeholders and AHJs
Foreman IBEW Local 48
GB Manchester Inc
Vancouver, WA
07.2018 - 10.2021
- Spent time both in the office as a fire alarm designer and in the field as job foreman.
- Prepared fire alarm permit submittal packages using AutoCAD, MS Office, Revit and Bluebeam Revu
- Conduct system installation, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals
- Train and mentor apprentice technicians
Owner/Operator/CEO
SAFE Technology Group Inc
Vancouver, WA
05.2006 - 03.2018
- Market research and all paperwork involved with starting a new business including licensing, insurance, finding a location, hiring employees, purchasing tools and vehicles, advertising and finding new clients
- Performed day to day business tasks in project management, HR, accounting, estimating, sales, etc
- Managed up to twenty employees effectively and efficiently
- Soley handled fire alarm system design and permitting
- Collaborated with architects, contractors, and clients to ensure seamless integration
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomson High School
11.2003
Skills
- Fire Alarm Systems Design, Install, Service
- Smoke Control/Stairwell Pressurization Design, Install, Service
- Security, CCTV, Access Control Design, Install, Service
- Structured Cabling Install and Troubleshooting
- Retail Audio/Visual Systems Design and Install
- Estimating
- Foreman and Leadership Training
- AutoCAD, Draftsight, NanoCAD
- Windows, Linux, Android
- Revit (basic proficiency)
- MS Office, QuickBooks
- Bluebeam Revu
- Email and Internet Usage
Licenses & Certifications
- NICET Level IV, Fire Alarm Systems 121432, 2023
- WA State Journeyman SWEETJD982PB, 2002
- OR State LEA Journeyman 4272LEA, 2005
Accomplishments
- Edwards EST 3 and IO systems
- Edwards Xtralis Vesda systems
- Silent Knight products
- Potter IPA and AFC series
- DMP intrusion/fire alarm products
- DSC security systems/fire alarm communicators
- AES long-range radios
- NAPCO Starlink Communicators
- NAPCO GEM and FireLink fire alarm products
Additional Skills and Interests
- AI(ChatGPT, Bard, BING)
- IoT(Smarthomes)
- Electronics(Arduino, Espressif, Raspberry Pi)
- Robotics, Soldering, PCB Design
- Coding(C++, Arduino, Python, Javascipt, HTML)
- FPV and Aerial Photography
- Fusion360, Sketchup
- 3D Printing
- Building Custom PCs
- Car Audio, Electronics, and Performance Tuning
- Autobody, Metalwork, Welding, and Powder Coating
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Sole Proprietor
Self-employed
10.2021 - Current
Foreman IBEW Local 48
GB Manchester Inc
07.2018 - 10.2021
Owner/Operator/CEO
SAFE Technology Group Inc
05.2006 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Thomson High School