About this role
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:
- Perform service, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities.
- Support installation and project work from start to finish.
- Conduct quality assurance and quality control inspections on completed work.Perform site surveys, customer walkthroughs, and bid walks for prospective projects.I
- dentify labor, material, and equipment requirements during field assessments.Lead and mentor field technicians while promoting safe work practices.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, Service Managers, and customers to ensure successful project execution.
- Review project drawings, specifications, and scope requirements.
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company standards, customer expectations, and applicable codes.
- Maintain accurate documentation, service reports, and inspection records.
- Build and maintain positive customer relationships through professional communication and service excellence.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in fire alarm, security, low-voltage, electrical, or related technical field services.
- Experience supporting both service and project-based work.
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Experience conducting site surveys and bid walks.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and specifications.
- Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- 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.
