Travel Fire Alarm Install Tech-NFPA Expert, Sign-on

Wachter, Inc.; Arlington (VA); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 78.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company vehicle provided

Paid weekly

Per-Diem for travel

Accountability for travel time and mil

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) and IRA retirement

Certification opportunities

Night shift incentives

Descripción de la vacante

Wachter, Inc. is hiring experienced Fire Alarm/Intrusion/ Burglar Installation Technicians in the United States. The role involves installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining fire alarm systems across commercial and retail locations with extensive travel requirements.

Candidates should have strong technical skills, a safety focus, and the ability to work independently. Wachter offers long-term employment, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities for certification and

Formación

• Proven 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 (no DUI/DWI in the last 3 years)
• Availability for extensive travel (2-6 weeks at a time) and flexible shifts including nights and on-call work

Responsabilidades

• 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

Conocimientos

Field installation

Security system knowledge

Blueprint reading

Lifts operation

Educación

NICET Level 2 certification

Descripción del empleo

Wachter, Inc. is hiring experienced Fire Alarm/Intrusion/ Burglar Installation Technicians in the United States. The role involves installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining fire alarm systems across commercial and retail locations with extensive travel requirements.

Candidates should have strong technical skills, a safety focus, and the ability to work independently. Wachter offers long-term employment, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities for certification and