As the Fire Systems Estimator I you will provide estimates for fire life safety systems. Part of your role will require you to travel to different client sites to complete estimates. Additionally, you will prepare all blueprints, specifications, and related documents for the project. Your main responsibilities include bid specification review and document submission, proposal writing, and project layouts.
Essential Functions:

• Review project bid specifications to evaluate estimating requirements and expectations
• Develop and identify any RFI’s and clarifications, completing and submitting any project kick off forms required.
• Understand how to read and interpret drawings for project estimating.
• Performs facility site visits to review project layout and to gain a deeper understanding of the project requirements and obtains any additional information needed to complete an accurate bid/estimate.
• Complete accurate and profitable estimates as needed and drafts well written proposals that are presented to the customer and are able to be translated into a project plan when awarded.
• Partner with Project Managers, Account Executives and/or Department Managers when needed for estimating direction.

Position Requirements:

• 1-2 years in Construction and/or low voltage installation
• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• Valid California Driver License, and proof of auto insurance.

We also conduct pre-employment drug screening in accordance with Federal Contractor regulations and background checks in accordance with State and local regulations.
Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Ability to drive for 2 hours in a work shift/day, daily
• Ability to walk, bend, stoop, hear, and speak, daily
• Stand or Sit for long periods (4 hours), daily
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments, under all temperature variations
• Ability to make repetitive movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, daily
• Work environment may be construction sites, commercial properties, and/or high-rise buildings
• Move/Transport items weighing 20 pounds, occasionally

At TRL Systems, we've been keeping people and their property safe for 40 years. As an integrator of Fire Alarm, Nurse Call, and Security systems, everything we do has the potential to save lives and you get to be a part of that. Your role is important and here’s what you can expect as a member of our TRL Team:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401k plan, paid holidays, Paid Time Off
• Employee Merit and Longevity Awards: Merit rewards that you can use to get items such as branded apparel, video game consoles, headphones and more and longevity awards like golfing gear, purses, BBQs, and watches just to name a few
• Company Sponsored Events: Family-friendly events with food, games and prizes
• Training and Development Classes available to develop you personally and professionally to help you be the best version of you possible!
• Career Advancement: We want to partner with you to build a long and successful career at TRL and will help you realize your potential

TRL Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. TRL’s employment policies and decisions on employment and promotion are based on merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. The decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship with all employees are made in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful by federal, state, or local statutes.
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all California locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.