Fire Alarm Installation Tech — Travel, Sign-On Bonus up to $15k

Wachter, Inc.

Riverside (CA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly

Per-Diem travel when overnight trips

Company vehicle provided

Travel time & mileage paid

Paid vacation & holidays

Certification opportunities

401(k) & IRA matching

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. seeks experienced Fire Alarm/Intrusion Installation Technicians to join our expanding team. This role involves installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining fire alarm systems across commercial and retail locations nationwide.

Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills, a commitment to safety, and willingness to travel extensively (2–6 weeks at a time). Wachter offers competitive pay, paid vacations, and opportunities for certification and career advancement.

Qualifications

Must have proven field installation experience in security environments (Fire Alarm and/or Intrusion).
Requires NICET Level 2 certification or state licenses where applicable.
Knowledge of NFPA 70/72 standards and blueprints/site maps is essential.
Ability to work at heights and in tight spaces with lifts/equipment.

Responsibilities

Install, troubleshoot, and maintain fire alarm systems infrastructure.
Run low-voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling walls and minor conduit work.
Install cable supports (j-hooks, racks, innerduct) and test systems.
Test newly installed cabling and devices for operational functionality.
Troubleshoot cable networks and fire alarm panels.
Ensure compliance with NFPA 70/72 and project safety rules.
Collaborate on pre-installation design and planning.
Maintain accurate records of all work performed.
Travel and field safety adherence per OSHA standards.