Company description

Thank you so much for considering our company in your career search! Classic Fire + Life Safety is a leader in the fire protection and life safety industry because of our talented, knowledgeable, and motivated staff. We know that it is our people who make the difference, and we are looking to grow our team of passionate professionals. Interested in joining us?

Our goal is to partner with our customers, to ensure their building, and the people in them are safe, from new building construction activities, modernization activities, and demand for system upgrades, through to preventative maintenance and service.

Why join the Classic team?

• CFLS is a caring company who values our staff.
• CFLS is local and is part of the community.
• CFLS is a full-service fire protection contractor.
• A great working environment with opportunities for career advancement.
• Comprehensive Group benefits.
• Educational assistance program.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Social events: Building camaraderie and fostering a sense of community is essential.

SUMMARY

The Estimator is a motivated, organized, and personable individual willing to contribute his/her experience and expertise in the area of estimating. The Estimator prepares quotations based on reviewing construction drawings and specifications and provides support and assistance to his coworkers in a team environment.

The Estimator position is a full time salaried position and will report directly to our Director of Fire Alarm Solutions. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Preparation of quotations based on reviewing construction drawings / specifications and site visit conditions.
• Lay out of fire alarm and electrical systems, including but not limited to: fire alarm panel / network systems with field devices, conduits with wiring calculations, fire pump and special fire suppression systems in accordance with codes.
• Produce a quantity take off list of material, labour and other construction factors to produce a cost estimate.
• Preparation of a detailed quotation letter to send to customer(s) in a competitive situation.
• Communication with General Contractors, Engineers, Architects and Owners.
• Complete site visits to determine existing conditions and create resolutions.
• Meet with clients and build customer relationships.

Qualifications:

• Well versed in fire alarm and sprinkler systems.
• Minimum 3 years experience in the field and/or estimating.
• Educational background in Fire Alarm / Electrical field is an asset.
• Sound knowledge of the relevant and applicable Ontario codes and ULC.
• Superior math and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• A proven track record of working well within a team.
• The desire/passion to learn and hone your skill-set.
• The ability to work autonomously.
• A dedicated work ethic.
• A valid drivers license.

We thank all applicants who apply, but only those candidates who meet the above qualifications will be contacted for an interview.

Classic Fire + Life Safety is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. We are also committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you have any accommodation needs or would like to provide us with your feedback, questions, or concerns, please contact our Human Resources department at [email protected]