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Transform the everyday with us!
As a
Security Systems &
Fire/Life Safety Estimating Coordinator, you will:
- Prepare cost estimates and proposals, based on information provided by field technical personnel, for the correction of impairments and deficiencies identified during ITM services on Commercial/Industrial Security Systems (Access Control, CCTV) and Fire Protection Equipment (Fire Alarm/Commercial Security Systems, Fire Extinguishing equipment, and other Fire Systems).
- Understand the end product/result and work to determine the correct solution that best meets the customer’s needs, while maintaining code compliance and equipment operability.
- Prepare proposals with supporting cost estimates.
- Send proposals to the customer, client services manager and appropriate field personnel based on local workflow and/or code requirements.
- Track and follow up on customer correspondence to secure approval for needed repair work.
- Coordinate with Supervisor and other team members to identify source and cost of repair parts and/or services when necessary.
- Prepare turnover documentation for transmittal to local service coordinators in the appropriate branch office to ensure proper completion of work.
- Track and maintain assigned proposals and purchase orders.
- Report unresponsive customers or delayed approvals to Field Quote Center Supervisor for escalation to local service team as needed.
- Provide feedback on methods and means that would help streamline the process and improve throughputs for all parties.
- Deliver outstanding customer service and support.
You'll make an impact with these qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or state-recognized GED
- 3 - 5 years experience in estimating.
- 4+ years of experience with Fire/Life Safety or Commercial Security Systems
- Demonstrated knowledge/aptitude of Fire Alarm/Commercial Security Systems, Access Control, CCTV, Fire Extinguishing equipment, and other Fire Systems based on applicable technical work experience or combination of applicable technical and in-office work experience (inspector, technician, construction, sales, administration & project management etc.)
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and PC skills
- Qualified candidates are required to work in a home-based, virtual environment
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively/professionally (verbal and written) and provide quality customer service to remote customers, field technicians and operation teams
- Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize workload
- Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
- May be required to travel 10% for training.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate's degree or bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering (swap order)
- NICET Certification or equivalent in Fire Sprinkler Systems, Fire Alarm Systems and/or Special Hazards Systems
- Fire Protection System Certifications from Manufacturers or Major Universities
- ESA (Electronic Security Association) Certifications in Fire Alarm or Security
- State or local Fire or Security Licenses
- Field Technical Experience in the Fire Alarm/Commercial Security, Fire Sprinkler and/or Life Safety Industries
- Experience in a call center environment
- Demonstrated understanding of business processes, standard practices, tools, and financial systems in support commercial building fire and security systems
- Estimating and/or sales experience in the Fire Alarm/Commercial Security, Fire Sprinkler, Life Safety or related Industries
Ready to create your own journey?
Join us today!
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