Fire Alarm Installer — Travel Tech with Signing Bonus

Wachter, Inc.

Aurora (CO)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 69,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full-time work

Paid weekly

Per-Diem for overnight travel

Company vehicle provided

Travel time & mileage paid

Paid vacation and holidays

Certification opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. is seeking experienced Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Burglar Installation Technicians to install, troubleshoot, and maintain fire alarm systems across commercial and retail locations nationwide. The role requires safety focus and willingness to travel extensively.

Join Wachter for full-time work with competitive pay, paid weekly, per-diem for overnight travel, a company vehicle in some cases, and opportunities for certification and career advancement within our family-owned company.

Qualifications

Experience in field installation within security environments: Fire Alarm and/or Intrusion.
Current and valid state-required Physical Security and/or Life Safety license.
In-depth knowledge of NFPA standards, especially NFPA 70 and 72.
Experience reading blueprints and site maps.
Comfortable working at heights of 20-60 feet using lifts.
Ability to work in cramped spaces and operate BOOM or scissor lifts.
Proficiency with smartphones, computers, email, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office.
Possession of basic PPE and reliable transportation during the initial training period.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Availability for extensive travel (2–6 weeks at a time) and flexible shifts including nights and on-call work.

Responsibilities

Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of fire alarm systems infrastructure.
Running low-voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work.
Installing cable support structures such as j-hooks, cable racks, and innerduct.
Conducting tests to ensure all newly installed cable systems and component devices are operational.
Troubleshooting issues with cable networks and fire alarm panels.
Ensuring all installations and repairs comply with NFPA standards, including NFPA 70 and 72.
Collaborating with team members on pre-installation design and planning.
Maintaining accurate and detailed records of all work performed.
Adhering to all required project safety requirements as set forth by Wachter, our customers, or OSHA.