Fire Alarm Estimator - ARK Systems

Join Our Team as an Experienced Fire Alarm Estimator!

Are you an experienced Fire Alarm Estimator looking to advance your career with a reputable company that values expertise and offers excellent benefits? Look no further! We are seeking a skilled professional to join our dynamic team.

What you bring:

• Knowledge of fire alarm systems and of local and national electrical and fire codes.
• Knowledge of security, card access, and CCTV systems is a plus.
• Ability to read and understand contract drawings and specifications.
• General electrical/electronic background.
• Knowledge of installation practices and construction procedures.
• Must have a positive and respectful attitude to maintain good working relationships with management staff, employees, vendors, and customers.

What we offer:

• Proven industry experience
• Uniforms/Uniform Assistance
• Education Assistance
• Opportunity for Growth
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Life Insurance
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
• Employee Referral Program

Summary:

The Estimator is responsible for estimating Fire Alarm Systems for ARK’s customers. He or she is responsible for accurately interpreting detailed plans and specifications, and then using the information to calculate the costs, time, and materials required to complete the project.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prices labor and materials for fire alarm systems based on customer design requirements, specifications, drawings, and building codes.
• Do take-offs from drawings and prints to determine the number and types of devices that are going to be used, incorporate them into an actual system, and put together proposals for the customer.
• Maintains and archives proposals and bids for future actions.
• Maintains computer programs with current pricing and new products.
• Attends site surveys with the sales department to determine what is necessary to sell and install a job.
• Fills out material requisition forms.
• Assists the sales department on technical and installation issues.

Education and Experience:

• Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent supplemented with 3 years of electric/electronic training
• Prefer 2-5 years experience in estimating Life Safety Systems.
• Previous experience in construction accounting is preferred, but not required.
• Installation experience and prior construction experience are a plus.
• Competent computer skills to perform essential functions listed above including Microsoft Office, Access, and other required third-party software.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time