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Wachter

Nationwide technology integration and deployment services

Fire – Intrusion & Access Control Service Technician

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/16/2026
$35 - $50/hr
Mid
Albuquerque, NM, USA
In PersonModerate travel of up to 20–30%; one-week in-person orientation in Lowell, Arkansas.
Field ServiceEquipment Field Service

About the job

Requirements
  • Field installation experience in security environments, including fire alarm, intrusion, or access control.
  • Must have an ES3J license.
  • Must have a current, valid state-required Physical Security license and/or Life Safety license in the applicable technology.
  • Knowledge of NFPA standards, including NFPA 70 and NFPA 72.
  • Work schedule is mainly 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with some night shifts.
  • Must be available and willing to work at heights of 20–60 feet on lifts.
  • Experience reading blueprints and site maps.
  • Must have basic personal protective equipment and reliable transportation during the training period before a company vehicle is issued.
  • Computer, laptop, and smartphone proficiency.
  • Must be highly proficient with email and spreadsheets and able to learn internal systems.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record, with no DUI or DWI in the last three years.
  • Must be willing to travel moderately, up to 20–30%, and work flexible shifts, including overnights.
  • Must have reliable personal transportation during initial training and attend a mandatory one-week, in-person technician orientation in Lowell, Arkansas shortly after hire.
Responsibilities
  • Assist with pre-installation opportunities by designing and planning technical solutions.
  • Perform new installations and provide technical escalation support at customer locations and remotely by phone and specialized tools.
  • Install, troubleshoot, and repair cabling systems and equipment for 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.
  • Complete wiring, connections, terminations, and equipment installations so access control and intrusion systems meet customer satisfaction and contractual requirements.
  • Install, repair, or upgrade fire alarm systems and program fire alarm control panels using building plans and electrical layouts.
  • Mount sensors in appropriate locations and perform associated tasks, including drilling for cabling and accessing crawlspaces or attics.
  • Complete wiring, connections, and equipment installations so fire alarm systems comply with electrical and fire codes.
  • Test newly installed fire alarm systems and component devices to ensure they are operational.
  • Adhere to project safety requirements established by the company, customers, or OSHA.
  • Ensure all work complies with current codes and regulations.
  • Assist and collaborate with the Installation Team Lead or Project Manager on on-site work schedules and timely equipment delivery.
  • Test newly installed systems and component devices to ensure they are operational.
  • Troubleshoot new system installations to verify proper operation and compliance with local, county, state, or federal codes and legal or insurance requirements.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Desired Qualifications
  • NICET certification is preferred.
  • Experience with multiple intrusion/access system manufacturers is a plus.
  • Basic understanding of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is a plus.

About the company

Wachter, Inc. specializes in technology integration, offering solutions such as IoT, electrical systems, IT networks, renewable energy, automation, controls, and physical security. The company is a Cisco Gold Certified Partner and provides nationwide deployment with over 1,400 W2 technicians and electricians licensed to work in all 50 states, along with 24/7/365 customized support through TRUST.Wachter.com.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Lenexa, Kansas

Founded

1930

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