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Western States Fire Protection Company

Shop Assistant

Kansas City, KS · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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TAD PGS, Inc

Composite Mechanic I3

Wichita, KS · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

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TAD PGS, Inc

Rapid Response Mechanic

Wichita, KS · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

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TAD PGS, Inc

Customer Relations Specialist

Wichita, KS · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

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Black & Veatch

Federal Civil Engineer

Olathe, KS · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Participate in project planning, scheduling, and coordination with federal clients and contractors. * Engage in field visits and on-site reviews as needed. * Communicate effectively with clients and ...

Black & Veatch

Federal Civil Engineer

Olathe, KS · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Participate in project planning, scheduling, and coordination with federal clients and contractors. * Engage in field visits and onsite reviews as needed. * Communicate effectively with clients and ...

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A federal contractor is any worker or organization that enters into a contract to provide labor, services, products, or materials to a government department or agency. Federal contractors can be individuals or companies. Federal contractors are required to follow several federal hiring and labor laws to qualify for and maintain federal contracts. These laws include equal opportunity hiring, disability employment, and safety compliance. The duties of a federal contractor vary significantly depending on the type of work they perform.

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Federal contractors often encounter challenges such as navigating complex compliance requirements, meeting strict deadlines, and adapting to changes in contract scope or government regulations. Maintaining clear communication with contracting officers and ensuring timely submission of documentation are essential for success. Additionally, understanding the nuances of government procurement processes and staying updated on policy changes can help minimize potential setbacks and ensure project continuity.

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AspectFederal ContractorFederal Employee
CredentialsVaries; often requires specialized skills, security clearancesRequires federal hiring process, often with competitive exams and clearances
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Employer & Industry UsagePrivate companies contracted by federal agenciesU.S. government agencies and departments
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding contract roles vs permanent positionsDifferences between government employment types

Federal Contractors work on specific projects for the government under contract, often in private sector settings, while Federal Employees are permanent staff working directly for government agencies. Both roles may require security clearances and specialized skills, but their employment terms and work environments differ significantly.

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Sales and Estimator

Western States Fire Protection Company

Kansas City, KS • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Western States Fire Protection rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 37 rated health and safety providers

Job description

National Fire Suppression, a division of Western States Fire Protection (WSFP) and its subsidiaries are more than a company. We are a family of unique individuals committed to our purpose, our values, and each other. And we believe in making our own luck, creating our own opportunities. WSFP accomplishes this by constantly innovating, finding ways to create new value and seizing new opportunities.
Protecting lives and property since 1985, WSFP and its subsidiaries specialize in Life Safety Systems. Our values are simple: integrity, quality, safety, professionalism, commitment.
What we offer:
  • Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Employee Assistant Program
  • Flex Spending (FSA) (Cafeteria Plan) and HSA
  • 401(k) Plan - Matching up to 3%
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Profit Sharing Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO), Parental Leave, Paid Pregnancy Medical Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Annual Discretionary Bonus
  • Employer paid Life Insurance
  • Gym membership reimbursement

Sales and Estimator
This individual will cultivate new business relationships, maintain existing accounts, and ensure the fulfillment of established sales goals through estimating and bidding fire protection projects. Embrace a consultative selling technique that includes the ability to analyze client needs, communicate appropriate solutions, and facilitate sales to closure.
Job Responsibilities
  • Review construction project plans, requirements, drawings, and specifications
  • Prepare cost estimates and determine project constructability
  • Secure plans and designs for developing pricing and proposals, acquire subcontract pricing, and comply with codes and permits
  • Maintain contact with subcontractors of various trades and work to expand list of qualified subcontractors
  • Establish contact with prospects and potential buyers by scheduling sales calls, following up on leads, and utilizing outlined marketing strategies
  • Develop positive and ongoing relationships with customers to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Define customer needs and develop a sales strategy to gain customer understanding of company offerings
  • Close sufficient sales to meet sales plan objectives
  • Develop and maintain an active proposal backlog
  • Maintain historical record of all sales and bidding documents/stats
  • Provide input to improve company-wide business processes and systems
  • Submit all required sales reports, data, expenses, and correspondence in an accurate and timely manner
  • Conduct coordination with other departments to ensure proper handover of job information
  • Conduct Project Manager functions as required and designated
  • Complete additional projects as developed and assigned by your supervisor or management

Job Qualifications
  • Experience in commercial, residential and industrial areas of fire protection industry is preferred
  • Proven strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Self-starter with ability to use independent judgment
  • Understanding of fire protection systems and components
  • Understanding of materials used in fire protection construction
  • Willing to coordinate with other departments in the company, with owners and General Contractors
  • Willing to pass a post-offer drug test, background and reference check

All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection Company will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
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Phone: 1-877-252-2168
Email: customercare@birddoghr.com
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
All qualified applicants with Western States Fire Protection and its subsidiaries will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.
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