Commercial Door and Hardware Estimator/Installer

Commercial Door and Hardware Estimator/Installer

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: Whitehorse, Yukon

Northerm Windows and Doors is a 100% Yukon First Nations owned business.  We provide the highest quality windows, doors, glass and related building products to residential and commercial customers throughout the North. We emphasize superior products and services, the well-being of employees, customers, owners, and the environment. Northerm is COR certified and operates the largest manufacturing/ assembly facility in the Yukon and was recognized by the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce as the Outstanding Workplace of the Year in their 2022 Business Excellence Awards. We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Commercial Door and Hardware Estimator/Installer to join our team.

Position Summary: We are looking for a full-time experienced Commercial Door and Hardware Estimator/Installer. The ideal candidate will possess the technical knowledge and hands-on experience needed to provide accurate estimates, build strong client relationships, and ensure successful installation and service of commercial doors and hardware.

Key Responsibilities:

• On-Site Assessments: Conduct thorough on-site evaluations to determine project scope and requirements.


• Estimating: Provide accurate and competitive estimates for commercial door and hardware replacements, ensuring all project specifications are met.


• Client and Vendor Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and team members, ensuring clear communication and successful project outcomes.


• Installation and Service: Install and service commercial metal doors, frames, access control systems, architectural hardware, and wood doors. Perform repairs, troubleshooting, and retrofitting of existing openings and products.


• Electrical Systems: Understand electrical schematics and design/install low voltage systems for access control. Troubleshoot and resolve issues with electrified hardware.


• Technical Support: Provide expert technical support to customers, addressing any concerns or challenges that arise.


• Document Verification: Evaluate and verify project documents on job sites, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project specifications.


• Product Handling: Load, move, and handle products as required, maintaining safety and efficiency.


• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all company occupational health and safety policies and procedures.


• Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by the management team.

Qualifications:

• Industry Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of commercial entry doors and door hardware. Familiarity with automatic doors and AAADM certification is a plus but not required.


• Product Knowledge: Familiarity with doors, frames, and hardware is an asset. Prior experience with metal or wood door installations is advantageous.


• Construction Experience: Experience in the construction industry is preferred but not required. Ability to work in various environmental conditions on construction sites (e.g., hot, cold, windy, rainy, snowy).


• Blueprint Reading: Experience in reading and interpreting blueprints or construction drawings.


• Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.


• Technical Skills: Strong mathematical, typing, and measurement skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.


• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to interact effectively with clients, vendors, and team members.


• Physical Abilities: Capability to work at heights, perform repetitive and heavy lifting, and maintain excellent physical condition and coordination.

As a 100% First Nation-owned business, we strongly encourage submissions from qualified First Nation, Metis and Inuit Citizens from across Yukon and other territories and provinces.

While we thank and appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

No phone calls or agencies, please.