Fire & Security Alarm Technician (Travel Required)

Wachter, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle (where applicable)

Paid weekly

Per-Diem for overnight travel

Vacation and holidays

401(k) and IRA retirement savings

Certification and career advancement

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, &

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. seeks experienced Fire Alarm/Intrusion Installation Technicians to install, troubleshoot, and maintain fire alarm systems across commercial sites nationwide. The role requires extensive travel and a commitment to safety.

Ideal candidates are self-motivated, reliable, able to work independently, and able to document work thoroughly. Wachter offers long-term employment, competitive pay, and exceptional benefits for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Proven field installation experience in fire alarm and/or intrusion.
• Current and valid life-safety license.
• NFPA 70 and NFPA 72 knowledge.
• Ability to read blueprints and site maps.
• Able to work at heights 20–60 ft with lifts.
• Willingness to travel 2–6 weeks at a time.
• Clean driving record and valid license.

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 installed cable systems and devices are operational.
• Troubleshooting issues with cable networks and fire alarm panels.
• Ensuring installations comply with NFPA standards (NFPA 70/72).
• Collaborating with team on pre-install design and planning.
• Maintaining accurate records of all work performed.

Skills

Fire Alarm

Intrusion

NFPA Knowledge

Reading Blueprints

Lifts & Work at Heights

Valid Driver's License

Travel Ready

Education

NICET Level 2 (preferred)

State Life Safety License

Tools

Smartphones

MS Office

Boom/Scissor Lifts

Job description

Wachter, Inc. seeks experienced Fire Alarm/Intrusion Installation Technicians to install, troubleshoot, and maintain fire alarm systems across commercial sites nationwide. The role requires extensive travel and a commitment to safety.

Ideal candidates are self-motivated, reliable, able to work independently, and able to document work thoroughly. Wachter offers long-term employment, competitive pay, and exceptional benefits for qualified candidates.