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Best Defense
Alarm Designer Entry level
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What they do
An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
$67,502 / year median in Wisconsin
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Job Type:
Full Time Work Location:
Waunakee WI Alarm Designer - Entry levelJob Summary :
We're seeking a technical minded outgoing career focused make it happen kind of person with a sales minded personality but technical skills. Experience in CAD or Revit is required. Position will utilize basic CAD skills to assist our design team in creating code compliant fire alarm and sprinkler designs for permit submittals as well as sales. Qualified applicants will have the following skills, experiences, or traits: Strong computer skills. In addition to CAD or Revit experience you'll need basic experience in Excel and computers in general. Strong organizational skills. This position will organize our bids in our CRM software by due date and by contractor. Attention to detail. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Qualified candidate will be directly communicating with prospective electrical and general contractors to determine if they're seeking bids for projects Job duties include: Organizing bid requests and deadlines in CRM software Identify projects through bid drawing sites that will need our products. Creation and forwarding of basic bids using templates Basic design of fire alarm system layouts for bids with direct assistance from design department Creation of fire alarm estimates in estimating software Review of layouts and estimates with management Forwarding of estimates to contractors Sales follow up with contractors on estimates Assist design department in basic administrative tasks such as plotting plans and submittals, creating close-out packets, mailing, shipping, calling municipalities for water supply information.Benefits Include:
Salary of $40,000 - $65,000 per year based on experience and potential. Highly experienced candidates will be considered at a higher salary based on experience, potential, and certifications. Paid Time Off Training in a new career Growth Trip. Expect one trip per year to a paid training event or conference in a different state! Growth potential. 401K Retirement plan Available Life insurance, disability insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and even pet insurance!Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$40,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Best Defense Fire Protection & Security has served Southern Wisconsin for 32 years. If you're ready to learn a trade with a solid future (and want a team that values good work), we'd like to meet you.Job Type:
Full-time License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insuranceExperience:
AutoCAD:
1 year (Preferred Work Location :
Waunakee, WI 53597 (Required) In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings