Fire & Security Systems Technician - Field Service

Wachter, Inc.; Connecticut; On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

AD&D & LTD

Paid Vacation & Holidays

401K

Per-Diem for overnight travel

Travel mileage reimbursement

Company vehicle after orientation

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. is seeking a self-motivated Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control Service Technician for work at various retail locations across the United States.

The role focuses on installation, troubleshooting, and repair of low voltage systems with a strong emphasis on safety and customer satisfaction. Candidates should have CT electrical journeyperson status, field security installation experience, and the ability to read blueprints.

Qualifications

• CT C6 Electrical Limited Journeyperson license is required.
• Field installation experience in security environments (Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control).
• NFPA standards knowledge (NFPA 70 and 72).
• Ability to read blueprints/site maps.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair cabling systems and equipment in IP Video, Access Control/Intrusion Alarm/LAN/WAN infrastructure, and wireless LAN.
• Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit bending work.
• Complete wiring, terminations, and equipment installations to meet customer specifications and contractual requirements.
• Install, repair, or upgrade fire alarm systems and program control panels with guidance from plans and layouts.
• Test systems to ensure operational status and code compliance.
• Adhere to safety requirements and assist with on-site schedules and timely delivery of equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Education

CT Electrical Limited Journeyperson license (C6)

NICET certification

Job description

Wachter, Inc. is seeking a self-motivated Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control Service Technician for work at various retail locations across the United States.

The role focuses on installation, troubleshooting, and repair of low voltage systems with a strong emphasis on safety and customer satisfaction. Candidates should have CT electrical journeyperson status, field security installation experience, and the ability to read blueprints.