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Wachter

Nationwide technology integration and deployment services

Fire Alarm Intrusion and Access Control Service Technician

Full-Time
$35 - $50/hr+ Per-diem for overnight travel + Mileage reimbursement + Drive-time pay
Mid
Philadelphia, PA, USA
In PersonModerate travel of up to 20–30% and overnight work may be required. A mandatory one-week, in-person orientation is held in Lowell, Arkansas after hire.
Field ServiceEquipment Field Service

About the job

Requirements
  • Field installation experience in security environments involving fire alarm, intrusion, and access control systems.
  • NICET certification is preferred.
  • A current and valid state-required physical security license and/or life safety license in the applicable technology.
  • Knowledge of National Fire Protection Association standards, including NFPA 70 and NFPA 72.
  • Availability to work mainly during the day, with some night shifts.
  • Ability and willingness to work at heights of 20 to 60 feet on lifts.
  • Experience reading blueprints and site maps.
  • A valid driver's license with a clean driving record and no DUI or DWI within the last three years.
  • Willingness to travel moderately, up to 20–30%, and work flexible shifts, including overnights.
  • Reliable personal transportation during the initial training period.
  • Basic personal protective equipment.
  • Computer, laptop, and smartphone proficiency.
  • High proficiency with email and spreadsheets, and the ability to learn internal systems.
  • Excellent verbal and written customer relationship and communication skills.
Responsibilities
  • Assist with pre-installation opportunities by designing and planning technical solutions.
  • Perform new installations and provide technical escalation support on-site 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, local area network and wide area network infrastructure, and wireless local area networks.
  • Run low-voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and performing limited conduit bending.
  • Complete wiring, connections, terminations, and equipment installations for access control and intrusion systems in accordance with customer satisfaction and contractual requirements.
  • Install, repair, and upgrade fire alarm systems and program fire alarm control panels using building plans and electrical layouts.
  • Mount sensors and perform associated work, including drilling cable holes and accessing crawlspaces or attics.
  • Complete wiring, connections, and equipment installations for fire alarm systems in compliance 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, and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
  • Ensure all work complies with current codes and regulations.
  • Collaborate with the Installation Team Lead or Project Manager regarding on-site work schedules and timely equipment delivery.
  • Troubleshoot new system installations to verify proper operation and compliance with local, county, state, or federal codes and legal or insurance requirements.
  • Attend a mandatory one-week, in-person technician orientation in Lowell, Arkansas after hire.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with multiple intrusion and access control system manufacturers.
  • Basic understanding of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

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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