Ford Audio-Video Systems is hiring: Audio Visual Design Estimator - Houston, TX
Ford Audio-Video Systems, Houston, TX, United States, 77246
Job Description
Why Join Ford AV?
At Ford AV, we don’t just deliver technology—we create extraordinary experiences. As a trusted leader in the AV industry for over 50 years, we partner with top companies, universities, and government agencies to design and implement cutting-edge audiovisual solutions.
When you join Ford AV, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. We offer:
- Ongoing Training to keep your skills sharp and your career moving forward.
- Comprehensive Benefits, including health insurance, PTO, and 401k matching.
- Career Advancement Opportunities in an industry-leading company.
- A Collaborative Culture where ideas thrive, and successes are celebrated.
At Ford AV, your contributions matter. Join us and help shape the future of technology.
What you will be doing:
The Design Estimator provides audio, video, lighting and control system designs based on Ford AV and industry standards. They design provisions to include line drawings, rack details, and narrative descriptions as required to the DSE for pricing and labor estimate. Additionally, the Design Estimator must work with the sales team to obtain proper clarifications from the client or vendor.
Qualifications:
- AV Systems design experience
- CTS-D and/or CTS-I preferred
- Bachelors in EE or EET Desired
- Experience with Visio, Excel, Word
- AV Installation experience preferred
- Ability to Read Specs and Plans
- Ability to Prepare a Bill of Materials and Preliminary Labor/Travel Cost Estimates
- Strong Oral and Written Communication
- Excellent Organizational Skills
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Prior Experience with Construction Management
- Strong Time Management and Self-Management Skills
- Seeking Long-Term Employment
Drug Testing:
Ford is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and, therefore, personnel in safety- sensitive positions are subject to drug testing. Moreover, pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and/or post-accident drug testing may be conducted in accordance with company policy and all applicable laws in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. All applicants for this position tentatively selected for employment at Ford are subject to pre-employment drug testing and a final offer of employment is contingent upon a negative drug test result
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Ford is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ford is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.