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Job Description Summary:
The Alarm Estimator will be responsible for estimating and preparing proposals for fire alarm systems.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform bid layouts
• Complete material takeoffs
• Obtain vendor pricing
• Write quotes
• Perform basic calculations and code research and assist other estimators as needed
• Read, learn, interpret, and apply code requirements pertaining to job specifications
• Work with sales, operations, and design staff as needed to interpret project specifications
• Produce timely and accurate estimates according to fixed bid dates/schedules
• Produce status reports and act as a key participant in planning meetings
• Provide timely and accurate entries into operating systems and update Compass regularly
• Model the way and act in accordance with the Company's Core Values at all times
• Perform other duties as required and or assigned

Education/Qualification:

• Minimum 2 years of experience estimating fire alarm systems
• Located in either the Austin, Belton, College Station or Houston, TX area
• NICET certifications in Fire Alarm & Special Hazard Suppression Systems or a related fire protection field preferred
• Experience with manufacturers such as Siemens, Gamewell FCI, Honeywell, or other propriety systems preferred
• CFPS certification (Certified Fire Protection Specialist) is a plus

Other Duties:

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy
• Performs other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit at a desk/computer station and work on a computer for long periods of time
• Requires manual dexterity for typing and using a mouse
• Ability to walk and maneuver self around construction job sites and climb ladders occasionally
• Ability to withstand occasional exposure to hot, cold, and/or inclement weather on job sites
• Ability to wear PPE such as steel toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glass, safety harnesses, hard hats, and escape packs occasionally on job sites
• Minimal lifting, pushing, or pulling required
• Ability to work long hours and weekends when necessary

Benefits and Perks:

• Excellent pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)

Pye Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer