Foreman

Wachter is accepting applications for a Foreman to support our growing operations throughout the Greater Toronto Area (Based in Mississauga, ON).

This position is ideal for a hands-on field leader who can balance service work, project execution, quality assurance, and customer engagement while providing leadership to technicians in the field.

Wachter has been family-owned since 1930 and is a nationwide leader in electrical, data technologies, security systems, networking, automation, and communications. We are committed to delivering exceptional service and providing employees with opportunities for long-term career growth and advancement.

Summary:

The Foreman is responsible for performing service and project-related work while providing field leadership and ensuring quality standards are maintained across all activities. This role will conduct site surveys, bid walks, QA/QC inspections, troubleshooting, and customer support while assisting with the successful execution of projects and service operations.

The ideal candidate is a strong technical professional who leads by example, maintains high standards of workmanship, and is comfortable interacting with customers, project teams, and field personnel.

Responsibilities:

• Perform service, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities.

• Support installation and project work from start to finish.

• Conduct quality assurance and quality control inspections on completed work.Perform site surveys, customer walkthroughs, and bid walks for prospective projects.I

• dentify labor, material, and equipment requirements during field assessments.Lead and mentor field technicians while promoting safe work practices.

• Coordinate with Project Managers, Service Managers, and customers to ensure successful project execution.

• Review project drawings, specifications, and scope requirements.

• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company standards, customer expectations, and applicable codes.

• Maintain accurate documentation, service reports, and inspection records.

• Build and maintain positive customer relationships through professional communication and service excellence.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in fire alarm, security, low-voltage, electrical, or related technical field services.

• Experience supporting both service and project-based work.

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.

• Experience conducting site surveys and bid walks.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and specifications.

• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CFAA certification or eligibility.
• NICET certification.
• Experience with fire alarm, access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, structured cabling, or integrated security systems.
• Previous Foreman, Lead Technician, or Field Supervisor experience.
• Knowledge of applicable Canadian and Ontario codes and standards.