Parts Estimator in Houston, Texas at WORLDWIDE POWER PRODUCTS

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The Parts Estimator is responsible for researching and quoting accurate parts information for service estimates of critical power equipment across multiple OEM platforms. This role reviews technician findings, service reports, inspections, and historical data to build parts-ready proposals for corrective repairs, preventative maintenance, and lifecycle upgrades. The estimator partners closely with service technicians, account managers, and operations to ensure scopes are complete, pricing is accurate, and estimates align with actual job costs. This role is designed to absorb the estimating workload from account managers, allowing them to focus on customer relationships and business development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Parts Estimating & Proposal Development

1. Research OEM and aftermarket parts pricing, availability, and lead times
2. Communicate with additional service vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, or delivery schedule
3. Develop parts-ready proposals for corrective repairs, preventative maintenance, overhauls, and lifecycle upgrade
4. Build estimates based on technician findings, inspection reports, service history, and equipment specifications
5. Evaluate freight impacts and material availability when building estimates
6. Maintain familiarity with multi-OEM components including Caterpillar, Cummins, MTU, and John Deere
7. Issue purchase orders to vendors to order parts in relation to Additional Service Requests (ASR’s)
8. Build final customer ready quotes and submit to Account Manager assigned to ASR

Parts Department Additional Support

1. Answering and assisting customer calls
2. Inventory management
3. Shipping and receiving packages
4. Any additional tasks necessary to departmental success

Coordination & Collaboration

1. Coordinate with technicians to clarify scope, findings, and collect any additional details as it relates to the parts research and estimating
2. Partner with parts and service coordination teams to validate estimate accuracy and feasibility
3. Support service account managers with estimate-related questions and revisions

Cost Tracking & Continuous Improvement

1. Track estimate accuracy versus actual job costs
2. Identify trends, gaps, or variances and support continuous improvement efforts
3. Assist in refining estimating processes, labor assumptions, and pricing accuracy

Safety

1. Wear proper PPE when necessary.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Attend training sessions as required.
2. Perform all other duties as assigned.
3. Participate in training related to estimating tools, OEM updates, and service standards
4. Perform other duties as assigned to support service and operations

COMPETENCIES

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical training or equivalent experience preferred

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

• Possess a valid Texas driver’s license

EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years of experience in generator service, diesel engine service, heavy equipment estimating, or parts
• Experience in multi-OEM service environments preferred
• Familiarity with service labor guides and estimating templates

TALENTS

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to learn ERP and estimating systems
• Detail-driven with a practical, field-aware mindset

CORE VALUES

• Communication: We encourage open, effective dialogue through the exchange of ideas and solutions through all levels of our company and our customers.
• Accountability: We are personally accountable for delivering on our commitments.
• Integrity: We believe that to be successful, it is essential to operate at the highest levels of honesty, responsibility, and trust.
• Teamwork: We succeed because we help our co-workers to succeed in a collaborative, supportive, creative, and enjoyable environment.
• Customer Satisfaction: We aim to meet or surpass our customers’ expectations by providing the highest quality products and customer service.? Bend over backwards, can-do attitude

Why Join Worldwide Power Products

• Industry leader with a strong reputation in power generation
• Career growth through on-the-job training, mentorship, and promotions
• Clear career advancement path: Apprentice/Entry Level / Technician I / Technician II /Technician III / Technician IV / Tech Lead/Supervisor
• Competitive pay and full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) match
• Paid trips and spot bonuses – every employee earned a bonus and an all-expenses-paid trip to Cabo the past two years
• State-of-the-art equipment and technology to do your job right
• A supportive team culture that values collaboration and expertise
• Nice work trucks
• Overtime opportunities
• $150 work boot allowance, Uniforms + free dry cleaning
• Access to company provided Hunting lease
• Hard Work Deserves Real Rewards
• Apply today and join a team where your skills, effort, and commitment pay off.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and ensure fair consideration regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected status.