Low Voltage/Fire Alarm/Security Estimator

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.