Fire Alarm & Access Control Service Tech — Travel-Ready

Wachter, Inc.; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

401K Retirement Savings

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Per-Diem for travel

Company vehicle after orientation

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. is seeking a Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control Service Technician to support installations and ongoing service at retail locations nationwide.

We value self-motivation, reliability, and the ability to work independently to resolve on-site challenges. The role involves installing and maintaining IP video, access control, intrusion, and fire alarm systems, reading blueprints, completing wiring, and ensuring compliance with NFPA codes.

Qualifications

• Experience with Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control environments.
• NFPA knowledge and ability to read blueprints.
• Valid license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair cabling systems and equipment in IP Video, Access Control / Intrusion Alarm / LAN/WAN infrastructure.
• Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings and perform conduit work.
• Complete wiring, terminations, and equipment installations to satisfy contractual requirements.
• Install, repair, or upgrade fire alarm systems and program control panels from plans and layouts.
• Mount sensors, drill for cabling, access crawlspaces or attics as needed.
• Ensure fire alarm systems comply with electrical and fire codes; perform tests.
• Adhere to project safety requirements and assist with on-site schedules.
• Troubleshoot new installations to meet codes and insurer requirements.
• Travel up to 20–30% and participate in orientation training as required.

Skills

Fire Alarm Systems

Access Control

Intrusion Systems

NFPA Standards

Blueprint Reading

Education

Technical Certification in Fire/Life Safety

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Wachter, Inc. is seeking a Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control Service Technician to support installations and ongoing service at retail locations nationwide.

We value self-motivation, reliability, and the ability to work independently to resolve on-site challenges. The role involves installing and maintaining IP video, access control, intrusion, and fire alarm systems, reading blueprints, completing wiring, and ensuring compliance with NFPA codes.