Travel Fire Alarm & Security Installation Tech

Wachter, Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle after 2–4 weeks

Per-Diem for overnight travel

Paid vacation and holidays

Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA

Signing bonus up to $15,000

Paid weekly

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. seeks experienced Fire Alarm/Intrusion Installation Technicians to install, troubleshoot, and maintain fire alarm systems across commercial locations nationwide.

Travel is extensive; candidates should be self-motivated, reliable, and capable of working independently. We offer long-term employment with competitive pay, paid weekly, per-diem for overnight travel, a company vehicle after 2–4 weeks, and opportunities for certification and advancement.

Qualifications

• Proven field installation experience in 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.

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 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.

Skills

Fire Alarm/Intrusion installation

NFPA standards

Reading blueprints

Travel readiness

MS Office & email

Education

NICET Level 2 certification

State license (Physical Security / Life Safety)

Job description

Wachter, Inc. seeks experienced Fire Alarm/Intrusion Installation Technicians to install, troubleshoot, and maintain fire alarm systems across commercial locations nationwide.

Travel is extensive; candidates should be self-motivated, reliable, and capable of working independently. We offer long-term employment with competitive pay, paid weekly, per-diem for overnight travel, a company vehicle after 2–4 weeks, and opportunities for certification and advancement.