Low Voltage/Access Control Project Tech

Wachter, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wachter is seeking Access Control Project Technicians for project work at various retail locations across the United States. The role requires self-motivation, reliability, and the ability to work independently while delivering quality service and installations.

Responsibilities include cabling, testing, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with codes and contractual requirements. The ideal candidate will have field installation experience in the Low Voltage Industry, be capable of reading

Qualifications

• Field installation experience in the Low Voltage Industry.
• Experience reading blueprints and site maps.
• Experience with CCTV, voice, and data cabling is a plus.
• Fiber optics experience and splicing is a plus.
• Excellent customer relationship and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair cabling systems and equipment.
• Run low voltage and composite cable in commercial buildings and perform conduit work.
• Complete wiring and equipment installations to meet contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with Installation Lead/PM on schedules and delivery.
• Test newly installed systems and ensure operational status.
• Troubleshoot to ensure compliance with codes and insurance requirements.

Skills

Low voltage installation

Travel availability

Blueprint reading

Security systems experience

CCTV/data cabling

Fiber optics splicing

On-site and remote support

Customer communication

PPE and safety readiness

Computer literacy

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 Access Control Project Technicians for project work at various retail locations across the United States.
We seek self-motivated and reliable technicians for service and special installation projects, who can work independently and find solutions to complete the job. We value relationships and invest in our employees.
Requirements:

• Field installation experience in the Low Voltage Industry
• Available to travel, as needed.
• Experience reading blueprints and site maps.
• Experience in security environments; Alarm, and Access Control are a plus
• Experience in CCTV, voice, and data cabling is a plus.
• Experience with fiber optics & ability to splice is a plus
• Perform new installs and provide technical escalation support both on-site at customer locations as well as remotely via the phone and specialized tools.
• Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written.
• Has basic telecommunication tools, PPE, and reliable transportation during the training period prior to issuing a company vehicle.
• Computer/laptop/smartphone proficiency.
• Highly proficient with the use of email, spreadsheets, and the ability to learn internal systems.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years.
  

Responsibilities:

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair cabling systems and equipment
• Run low voltage and composite cable in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and completing conduit work, where needed
• Complete all wiring, connections, and equipment installations ensuring that systems are complete with total customer satisfaction and contractual requirements
• Assist and collaborate with the Installation Team Lead or Project Manager regarding on-site work schedules and timely delivery of equipment
• Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed 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 and legal and/or insurance requirements
  

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.
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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.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.