Fire Alarm Project Technician

Wachter, Inc.; Uniontown (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned company with a rich history and a commitment to excellence. As a Low Voltage Fire Alarm Project Technician, you'll play a vital role in ensuring safety and compliance in various projects across the country. Your expertise in fire alarm systems, troubleshooting, and customer relations will be key to your success. The company values its employees and offers competitive pay along with a comprehensive benefits package. If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a supportive team, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits

Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Company-Matched 401K and IRA Retirement Savings

Per-Diem for overnight travel

Company vehicle after initial employment period

Qualifications

• Self-motivated technicians with reliable transportation are preferred.
• Experience in fire alarm systems and knowledge of safety regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, or upgrade fire alarm systems following building plans.
• Run low voltage cabling and ensure compliance with codes.
• Troubleshoot installations to ensure proper functioning.

Skills

Customer relationship skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting skills

Knowledge of NFPA standards

Experience with burglar alarms

Experience with CCTV

Experience reading blueprints

Ability to work at heights

Education

NICET certification

Valid driver's license

Tools

Basic telecommunication tools

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Job description

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!

Wachter is accepting applications for Low Voltage Fire Alarm Project Technicians for work at various locations across the United States: Indianapolis, IN; Columbus, OH; Louisville, KY; Lansing, MI; Chicago, IL; Nashville, TN; Knoxville, TN; Detroit, MI; Cincinnati, OH; and St. Louis, MO.

We seek self-motivated and reliable technicians who can work independently and find solutions to complete the job. Long-term employment with competitive pay and exceptional benefits for qualified candidates. We value relationships and invest in our employees.

Benefits Package: Company Paid!

• Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits
• Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• MD Live & TriaHealth
• Company-Matched 401K and IRA Retirement Savings
• Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required
• Drive time and mileage paid for use of a personal vehicle when travel is required
• Company vehicle could be provided after initial 2-4 weeks of employment.

Requirements:

• NICET certification (Preferred, although not required).
• Available to travel.
• Current/valid state-required Physical Security license and/or Life Safety license in the applicable technology.
• Experience reading blueprints and site maps.
• Knowledgeable about NFPA standards, including NFPA 70 and 72.
• Experience in burglar alarms, access control, and CCTV is a plus.
• Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written.
• Knows how to troubleshoot switches, WiFi, and routers.
• Certified to operate a BOOM or scissor lift, and ability to work at heights.
• Has basic telecommunication tools, PPE, and reliable transportation.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years.

Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Ensure all work complies with current codes and regulations.
• Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work.
• 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.
• Troubleshoot new system installations to ensure the proper functioning and to ensure the system meets local, county, state, or federal codes; legal and/or insurance requirements.

$20 - $40 an hour

Based on qualifications and experience.

About:

Wachter is a family-owned company since 1930 and we see each employee as a critical piece of the Wachter Family. With over 900 licenses across the country, Wachter serves commercial and industrial clients with the right technologies needed to keep them successful.

We design, install, and maintain the technologies that keep businesses operating efficiently. Our team of dedicated electricians, engineers, and technicians provides electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services to clients in numerous industries.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.