Traveling Low Voltage & Access Control Technician

Wachter, Inc.; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. is hiring Access Control Project Technicians to support installation and service at various retail locations nationwide. You will work independently to install, troubleshoot, and repair cabling systems and access control equipment.

Responsibilities include running low-voltage cabling, conduit work, and ensuring systems meet codes and customer requirements. Travel is required; strong customer communication and basic PPE/tools are expected during training.

Qualifications

• Field installation experience in the Low Voltage Industry.
• Willing 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 and splicing is a plus.
• Perform new installs and provide technical escalation support on-site or remotely.
• Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean 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 conduit work.
• Complete wiring, connections, and equipment installations to meet contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with Installation Team Lead or Project Manager on schedules and delivery.
• Conduct tests to ensure systems and devices are operational.
• Troubleshoot installations to ensure compliance with codes and insurance requirements.

Skills

Field installation

Reading blueprints

Customer communication

Valid driver’s license

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Low voltage cabling

Fiber optic splice

Security systems knowledge

CCTV/Alarm/Access Control

Job description

Wachter, Inc. is hiring Access Control Project Technicians to support installation and service at various retail locations nationwide. You will work independently to install, troubleshoot, and repair cabling systems and access control equipment.

Responsibilities include running low-voltage cabling, conduit work, and ensuring systems meet codes and customer requirements. Travel is required; strong customer communication and basic PPE/tools are expected during training.