Estimator (Fire Alarm & Low Voltage Systems)

Guardian Fire Services•Fort Mill, SC

About The Position

TEC Carolinas, a Guardian Fire Services Company, is a leader within life safety and security companies that actively services both North and South Carolina. Our company has been successfully operating since 2015 under the joined “Carolinas” incorporation and before that under “Thurston Electronic Communications” aka TEC. Owner, John Thurston, has over 30 years of industry experience in several states and prides himself on providing his customers with the very best total life safety and security service possible. John not only works in the area but also lives here and has a long-standing reputation of involvement in the community. John and his staff all are required to pass state mandated security background checks as well as hold certifications for scopes of access control, fire, and total life safety/security. We pride ourselves on protecting lives and property with innovative solutions while fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment for our team members. We are a dynamic, family oriented, and rapidly growing company, looking for a reliable and experienced Fire Alarm /Low Voltage Estimator to join our team within the area! If you are self-motivated, skilled, good soled, work hard, and a team player – you have found your match within our company. If you seek to do your job and do it to the best of your ability, take ownership of your responsibilities, make money, and have fun – then I encourage you to continue reading this job posting and see if you meet the qualifications. We spend most of our time at work – so why not immerse yourself within a work environment infused with fun.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver's License.
Minimum 2 years of experience in design or estimating in the fire alarm industry
Familiarity with and ability to read, interpret, and apply NFPA and NEC Code
Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and estimating software
Ability to create basic fire alarm layouts and perform material take-offs
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-starter with ability to use independent judgement
Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to deliver high quality results by deadlines
Ability to work effectively within a team as well as independently
Able to walk construction sites and heavy industrial sites including climbing stairs and ladders
Desire to learn estimating strategies and techniques and how they would support corporate objectives

Responsibilities

Estimating and preparing proposals for fire alarm and low voltage systems
Laying out bids, completing material takeoffs, and obtaining vendor pricing
Perform basic calculations and code research
Review RFP’s, specifications, basic design and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
Prepare fire alarm system take-offs
Solicit subcontractor bids and vendor quotes
Assemble estimating spreadsheets
Support other department personnel as required
Estimate small to medium sized projects independently
Read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, architectural, structural & mechanical drawings

Benefits

Competitive Pay: Compensation tailored to your experience.
Comprehensive Benefits: Including health, dental, and vision insurance.
Future Savings: A 401(k) plan with employer match.
Generous Time Off: Paid time off to support work-life balance.
Professional Development: Training and growth opportunities to help you advance.

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