Fire/Security Alarm Installation Technician

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🕒 February 16

🤠 Texas – Remote

🤠 Texas – Remote

💵 $30 - $50 / hour

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

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Wachter, Inc.

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 1930

🏢 Enterprise

⚕️ Healthcare Insurance

📚 Education

Enterprise • Healthcare Insurance • Education

Wachter, Inc. is a nationwide solutions integrator that provides a wide range of services and technology integrations to various industries. Offering expertise in digital transformation, IoT solutions, IT networks, voice systems, renewable energy, automation and controls, physical security, and more, Wachter helps businesses connect and optimize their systems. With a focus on industries such as healthcare, education, financial services, retail, and industrial markets, the company also provides managed services, 24/7 helpdesk support, and fire alarm solutions. Wachter values safety and sustainability while delivering continuous service and support to its clients.

📋 Description

• 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.

🎯 Requirements

• 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.

🏖️ Benefits

• Full-time work • Competitive Compensation based on experience • Paid weekly • Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required • Company vehicle provided, in some cases, after initial 2-4 weeks of employment • Drive time and mileage paid for use of personal vehicle when travel is required • Paid Vacation and Holidays • Opportunities for certification and career advancement • Supportive team environment • Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits • Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance • Paid Vacation and Holidays • MD Live & TriaHealth • Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings.