Foreman

Wachter, Inc.
Mississauga, Canada
Remote

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for hands-on technical leaders who manage field teams and execute projects in the electrical and security systems domain, with experience in both service and project-based work in the Greater Toronto Area.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with leadership experience in electrical or security systems who thrive in field-based roles
    — “providing leadership to technicians in the field”
  • Professionals who can interpret blueprints and specifications and ensure compliance with standards
    — “Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and specifications”

Things to consider

  • The role demands a valid driver's license and a clean driving record for field travel
    — “Valid driver's license with a clean driving record”
  • Candidates should be prepared to work across multiple domains including fire alarm and integrated security systems
    — “Experience with fire alarm, access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, structured cabling, or integrated security systems”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize your ability to conduct bid walks and site surveys with precision and efficiency
    — “Experience conducting site surveys and bid walks”
  • Showcase your customer engagement skills with examples of building long-term relationships
    — “Build and maintain positive customer relationships through professional communication and service excellence”
  • Include documentation and QA/QC experience to align with the role's emphasis on accuracy and compliance
    — “Maintain accurate documentation, service reports, and inspection records”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Perform service and project-related work
  • Conduct quality assurance and control inspections
  • Build positive customer relationships
Typical background
5+ years of experience in fire alarm, security, low-voltage, electrical, or related technical field services

Skills & requirements

Required

Service And Project WorkQuality AssuranceCustomer SupportProject ExecutionTechnical LeadershipSafety Practices

Preferred

Fire Alarm SystemsAccess ControlCCTVIntrusion DetectionStructured CablingIntegrated Security Systems

Stack & domain

Fire AlarmSecurityLow-voltageElectricalTroubleshootingDiagnostic SkillsBlueprintsConstruction DrawingsSpecificationsLeadershipCommunicationCustomer ServiceCFAANicetConstruction

About the role

Original posting from Wachter, Inc. via Lever

Wachter is accepting applications for a Foreman to support our growing operations throughout the Greater Toronto Area (Based in Mississauga, ON).

This position is ideal for a hands-on field leader who can balance service work, project execution, quality assurance, and customer engagement while providing leadership to technicians in the field.

Wachter has been family-owned since 1930 and is a nationwide leader in electrical, data technologies, security systems, networking, automation, and communications. We are committed to delivering exceptional service and providing employees with opportunities for long-term career growth and advancement.

Summary::

The Foreman is responsible for performing service and project-related work while providing field leadership and ensuring quality standards are maintained across all activities. This role will conduct site surveys, bid walks, QA/QC inspections, troubleshooting, and customer support while assisting with the successful execution of projects and service operations.

The ideal candidate is a strong technical professional who leads by example, maintains high standards of workmanship, and is comfortable interacting with customers, project teams, and field personnel.

Responsibilities::

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Perform service, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities.

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Support installation and project work from start to finish.

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Conduct quality assurance and quality control inspections on completed work.Perform site surveys, customer walkthroughs, and bid walks for prospective projects.I

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dentify labor, material, and equipment requirements during field assessments.Lead and mentor field technicians while promoting safe work practices.

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Coordinate with Project Managers, Service Managers, and customers to ensure successful project execution.

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Review project drawings, specifications, and scope requirements.

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Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company standards, customer expectations, and applicable codes.

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Maintain accurate documentation, service reports, and inspection records.

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Build and maintain positive customer relationships through professional communication and service excellence.

Qualifications::

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5+ years of experience in fire alarm, security, low-voltage, electrical, or related technical field services.

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Experience supporting both service and project-based work.

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Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.

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Experience conducting site surveys and bid walks.

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Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and specifications.

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Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.

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Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

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Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications::

  • CFAA certification or eligibility.
  • NICET certification.
  • Experience with fire alarm, access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, structured cabling, or integrated security systems.
  • Previous Foreman, Lead Technician, or Field Supervisor experience.
  • Knowledge of applicable Canadian and Ontario codes and standards.

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join a team where hard work, dedication, and commitment are recognized and rewarded. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a stable, family-owned company.

Wachter is an equal opportunity employer.

Source: Wachter, Inc. careers (Lever)

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