Low Voltage/Fire Alarm/Security Estimator

Job description

***Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!*** Wachter is accepting applications for Low Voltage/Fire Alarm/Security Estimators. Experienced AV designers/engineers would be a great fit. Looking for motivated self-starters with field, design, or estimating background in Audio Visual. We seek self-motivated and reliable employees who can work independently and find solutions to complete the job. Long-term employment with competitive pay and exceptional benefits for qualified candidates. We value relationships and invest in our employees. ### Benefits Package: Company Paid! - Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits - Life, AD&D and LTD insurance - Paid Vacation and Holidays - Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings ### Requirements: - Must have at least 7+ years in field installation experience - Must have 3+ years of continuous Estimating experience - Nicet Level II or Higher preferred - High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED). - Experience required in Physical Security or Alarm field installation environments. - Ability to function effectively as a member of a team. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - High level of attention to detail required. - Proficient with using smartphones and computers, including email, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office programs. - Excel Skills are a plus. - Proven ability to follow instructions and focused attention to detail. - The position is remote with some travel to Lowell, AR for meetings or a local office as required by customers. ### Responsibilities: - Prepare estimates for commercial security/alarm projects. - Evaluation of bid documents. - Perform accurate takeoffs. - Prepare Bid Sheets and questions. - Write professional proposals. - Interact with project managers to gather relevant information in order to provide firm bids for prospective jobs. - Maintain current, accurate information on prices from suppliers and contractors through direct contact and written materials, sales brochures, price lists, etc. - Maintain the company’s high standard of quality and professionalism with regard to workmanship, customer relations, coworkers, behavior, and appearance. - Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign.