Outside Service Estimator

How You Will Make an ImpactA Reading Truck Equipment (RTE) Outside Service Writer is responsible for creating customer-ready quotations and buildable orders for the Trailer Shop. The Estimator will assist in the sales process through the accurate and expeditious specifying and pricing of product to enable the production of safe, profitable and high-quality work trucks. The Estimator will utilize technical knowledge to meet customer specifications, determine total cost and selling price, and create accurate quotes and work orders. RTE Estimators work closely with Sales, Purchasing, Service Writers, Shop Supervisors, and Engineering.The Nuts and BoltsProcess all requests for quotes provided by the trailer sales team to define equipment cost, freight, sell price and lead time for each opportunityResearch previous build data including actual material, labor, work interruption reports and customer feedback in the creation of quotationsInvestigate options for each specification using supplier catalogs, websites, and other sources to verify the cost and lead-time in the quote Utilize the preferred supplier network to build quotations and contact suppliers directly for price concessions on larger opportunitiesAssist the trailer sales department with technical inquiries to facilitate an accurate design for our customersCommunicate directly with customers when required to clarify specifications or explain exceptions to their request Create a complete bill of material including documented labor hours that ensures an accurate total estimated cost for the jobDevelop working relationships with Purchasing and Engineering and involve as appropriate to ensure a smooth flow of information on all bills of material.Complete quotes in a timely manner, continually updating the system and the sales representative if delays are anticipatedBecome adept at all systems required to perform the tasksMaintain current price and specification data for all key suppliersMaintain and grow current customer base for service departmentRequired CredentialsMinimum three (3) years of experience in product estimating, purchasing, or a related fieldEngineering, drafting, or operations experience in trailer, truck and equipment repair is preferredManufacturing industry or background experience preferredAbility to read and understand truck specifications and engineering drawingsAbility to manage multiple projects in a busy environment with urgent deadlinesThe ability to collaborate with a multi-department teamHow We Make an ImpactAt Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. As the world's largest upfitter of work trucks, we continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!Some of Our Total RewardsWe offer big company perks with small company culture:Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life401(k) Savings Plan with Company MatchPaid Parental LeaveTools Purchase ProgramTuition Reimbursement10 Paid HolidaysGenerous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount ProgramPaid Training and Development ProgramsJ.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.AGENCIES / THIRD PARTY RECRUITING FIRMS: Any unsolicited submissions received from third party agencies will be considered property of Reading Truck, and we will not be held liable for any fees related to those submissions.To learn more about Careers with Reading Truck visit our careers page #LI-AW1

Created: 2026-04-02