Fire Alarm & Access Control Field Technician

Wachter, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Life, AD&D, LTD insurance

Paid vacation & holidays

Company-matched 401K/IRA

Per-Diem for overnight travel

Travel reimbursement for use of a own车

Company vehicle after orientation

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. is accepting applications for a Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control Service Technician for work at various retail locations across the United States.

The role involves installing, troubleshooting, and repairing cabling and equipment in IP Video, Access Control, and intrusion systems, with potential night shifts. We offer long-term employment with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including company-paid medical/dental/vision, life/AD&D/LTD insurance, paid vacation and

Qualifications

• Field installation experience in security environments: Fire Alarm, Intrusion, and Access Control.
• NICET certification preferred.
• Valid state licenses for applicable technology (Physical Security or Life Safety).
• Knowledge of NFPA standards (NFPA 70 and 72).

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair cabling and equipment in IP Video, Access Control, Intrusion, LAN/WAN, and wireless LAN.
• Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings.
• Complete wiring and terminations to meet contractual requirements.
• Install or upgrade fire alarm systems and program control panels.
• Mount sensors and access locations like crawlspaces or attics.
• Test that all fire alarm systems are operational.
• Adhere to project safety requirements per Wachter and OSHA.
• Assist Installation Team Lead with schedules and timely delivery.

Skills

Field installation experience

Reading blueprints

Customer communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Valid driver's license

Tools

IP Video systems

Access Control systems

Intrusion Alarm systems

LAN/WAN networks

Wireless LAN

Job description

Wachter, Inc. is accepting applications for a Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control Service Technician for work at various retail locations across the United States.

The role involves installing, troubleshooting, and repairing cabling and equipment in IP Video, Access Control, and intrusion systems, with potential night shifts. We offer long-term employment with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including company-paid medical/dental/vision, life/AD&D/LTD insurance, paid vacation and