Lighting Specialist

Gear Quotation SpecialistHead Offices Dallas - Dallas, TX 75202Job DescriptionLooking to start an exciting new career? City Electric Supply offers excellent career opportunities for people who are friendly, motivated, and passionate about providing incredible customer service.CES is a family-owned electrical wholesaler with the benefits of a worldwide service network and the personal service of a neighborhood store. Our "customer service first" core value has allowed us to grow continually for over 65 years while keeping our founding principle of empowering people to make local business decisions. CES now employs more than 7,400 people at over 1,000 branches worldwide of which there are over 500 branches across North America. Our vision is to add 30-35 branches a year, while staying true to our Company values.The Gear Specialist serves as an essential resource for our customers. The position is responsible for providing estimates and blueprint takeoffs utilizing our internal quotation software for bid jobs. The successful candidate will be technically minded with the willingness to learn and expand their knowledge of Gear and Power Distribution.Essential Job FunctionsActing as the Subject Matter Expert with an emphasis on Switchgear and Power Distribution.Analyze customer one-line diagrams and schematics and research type of switchgear needed.Prepare cost estimates of material.Qualify BoM Requests and Take offs.Read and interpret electrical specifications, electrical drawings, equipment drawings and other pertinent project documentation.Collaborate with branches and customer service representatives.Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.Reviews, identifies and follows up on all aspects of the Switchgear projects.Works cross functionally within the CES Online division.Ability to develop and maintain positive relations with customers, coworkers and supervisors.Partner with the community.QualificationsEducation/Experience1+ years of electrical switchgear or power systems application experience.Prior inside sales experience, with a track record of managing customer relationships and closing quotes.CompetenciesProficient in reading and/or interpreting electrical specifications and electrical drawings.Understanding of the different types of equipment typically encountered, including switchgear, transformers, and motors.Professional verbal and written communication skills.Familiarity with MS Office applications like Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.Travel:Overnight travel is less than 10%.Benefits Offered:Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.401(k) company match program.Telehealth.Short-term and Long-term disability insurance.Basic and AD&D Life Insurance paid for by the company.Critical Illness, Hospital Confinement, Accident Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance.Employee Assistance Program.Mental, physical, financial wellness.Auto and Home Insurance discount.Paid Time Off and 7 paid Holidays.Paid Pregnancy, Parental, and Adoption Leave programs.Employee Discount Program.Training Programs.Internal growth opportunities in a fast-growing company.Potential for Bonuses.In some jurisdictions, state or local laws address sick leave or other leaves of absence. The Company complies with all such laws. This policy shall apply only to the extent it does not conflict with applicable law.Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.Work Environment:This job operates in both a professional office environment and distribution center environment. This role routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. In addition, this role will need to be proficient when it comes to the operation of all distribution center equipment.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and climbing. The employee must be able to lift and move items up to 75 pounds.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.EEO StatementWe are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, and termination. The Company prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. We support protected veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.Attention ApplicantsIf you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or if you have difficulty accessing or using the online application process and need an alternative method, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.