Field Fire & Security Systems Technician

Wachter; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision

Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Company-Matched 401K and IRA

Per-Diem for overnight travel

Drive time and mileage paid

Company vehicle after orientation

Job summary

Wachter is seeking a Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control Service Technician to service retail locations nationwide. You will install, troubleshoot, and maintain cabling and equipment, work independently, and travel as needed.

The role requires field experience in security environments, valid driver’s license, and willingness to attend a one-week in-person technician orientation in Lowell, Arkansas; a company vehicle is provided after orientation.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Assist with pre-installation opportunitiesby 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.
• 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 statedherein, 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 work schedules and timely delivery of equipment.
• Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed 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 and legal and/or insurance requirements.

Job description

Wachter is seeking a Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control Service Technician to service retail locations nationwide. You will install, troubleshoot, and maintain cabling and equipment, work independently, and travel as needed.

The role requires field experience in security environments, valid driver’s license, and willingness to attend a one-week in-person technician orientation in Lowell, Arkansas; a company vehicle is provided after orientation.