Fire Alarm Project Technician

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!  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 for service and special installation projects, 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
• Teladoc & TriaHealth
• Company-Matched 401K 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 vehicles could be provided after an initial 2-4 weeks of employment

Requirements:

• NICET certification (Preferred, although not required).
• Available to travel.
• Current/valid state-required Physical Security license and/or Life Safety license in the applicable technology.
• Experience reading blueprints and site maps.
• Knowledgeable about NFPA standards, including NFPA 70 and 72.
• Experience in burglar alarms access control, and CCTV is a plus.
• Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written.
• Certified to operate a BOOM or scissor lift, and ability to work at heights.
• Has basic telecommunication tools, PPE, and reliable transportation.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years.

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Ensure all work complies with current codes and regulations.
• Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work.
• Complete all wiring, connections, and equipment installations ensuring that fire alarm systems comply with electrical and fire codes.
• Tests to ensure all newly installed fire alarm systems and component devices are operational.
• Troubleshoot new system installations to ensure the proper functioning and to ensure the system meets local, county, state, or federal codes; legal and/or insurance requirements.