Traveling Fire Alarm/Intrusion Project Technician
Listed on 2026-01-02
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Installation Technician, Security Systems Installation
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Base pay range$25.00/hr - $40.00/hr
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Wachter is accepting applications for a Fire Alarm / Intrusion Project Technician for installation and project work at various retail locations across the United States.
We seek self-motivated and reliable technicians who can work independently and find solutions to complete the job. Long-term employment with competitive pay and exceptional benefits for qualified candidates. We value relationships and invest in our employees.
Benefits Package:
Company Paid!
- Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits
- Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- MD Live & Tria Health
- Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings
- Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required
- Drive time and mileage paid for use of a personal vehicle when travel is required
- Company vehicle could be provided after initial 2-4 weeks of employment
- SIGN ON BONUS PAID AFTER 500 HOURS
- Field installation experience in security environments:
Fire Alarm /Intrusion / Access Control - NICET certification (Preferred)
- Current/valid state required Physical Security license and/or Life Safety license in the applicable technology.
- Knowledgeable about NFPA standards, including NFPA 70 and 72
- Available to travel, a few weeks at a time.
- Work schedule mainly during the day 8 am to 5 pm, with some night shifts.
- Available and willing to work at heights of 20’-60’ on lifts.
- Experience reading blueprints and site maps.
- Experience with multiple Intrusion/Access system manufacturers is a plus.
- Assist with pre-installation opportunities by designing and planning technical solutions.
- Perform new installs and provide technical escalation support both on-site at customer locations as well as remotely via the phone and specialized tools.
- Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written.
- Has basic PPE, and reliable transportation during the training period prior to issuing a company vehicle
- Computer/laptop/smartphone proficiency.
- Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is a plus.
- Highly proficient with the use of email, spreadsheets, and the ability to learn internal systems.
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years.
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair cabling systems and equipment in IP Video, Access Control / Intrusion Alarm / LAN/WAN infrastructure, and wireless LAN.
- Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit bending work.
- Complete all wiring, connections/terminations, and equipment installations ensuring that Access Control and Intrusion systems are complete with total customer satisfaction and contractual requirements.
- Install, repair, or upgrade fire alarm systems and program control panels for fire alarm systems with the guidance of building plans and electrical layouts.
- Mount sensors at appropriate locations, performing all necessary tasks, such as drilling holes for cabling and accessing locations such as crawlspaces or attics.
- Complete all wiring, connections, and equipment installations ensuring that fire alarm systems are in compliance with electrical and fire codes.
- Tests to ensure all newly installed fire alarm systems and component devices are operational.
- Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by Wachter, our customers, or OSHA.
- Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign.
- Ensure all work complies with current codes and regulations.
- Assist and collaborate with the Installation Team Lead or Project Manager regarding on-site…
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