Wachter
Traveling Fire Alarm / Access Control Project Technician
Wachter, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101
Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!
Wachter is accepting applications for Low Voltage Fire Alarm Project Technicians for work at various locations across the United States.
We seek self-motivated and reliable technicians who can work independently and find solutions to complete the job. Long-term employment with competitive pay and exceptional benefits for qualified candidates. We value relationships and invest in our employees.
Benefits Package: Company Paid!
Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits
Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Teladoc & TriaHealth
Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings
Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required
Drive time and mileage paid for use of a personal vehicle when travel is required
Company vehicle could be provided after initial 2-4 weeks of employment
Hourly wage range of $20-32/hour based on experience
Requirements:
NICET certification (Preferred, although not required)
IP Video, IP Physical Access Control / LAN/WAN infrastructure and wireless LAN. Ideal candidates will also assist with pre-installation opportunities by designing and planning technical solutions
Available to travel
Current/valid state-required Physical Security license and/or Life Safety license in the applicable technology
Experience reading blueprints and site maps
Knowledgeable about NFPA standards, including NFPA 70 and 72
Experience in burglar alarms access control, and CCTV is a plus
Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written
Certified to operate a BOOM or scissor lift, and ability to work at heights
Has basic telecommunication tools, PPE, and reliable transportation
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years
Responsibilities:
Install, repair, or upgrade fire alarm systems and program control panels for fire alarm systems with the guidance of building plans and electrical layouts
Mount sensors at appropriate locations, performing all necessary tasks, such as drilling holes for cabling and accessing locations such as crawlspaces or attics
Ensure all work complies with current codes and regulations
Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work
Complete all wiring, connections, and equipment installations ensuring that fire alarm systems comply with electrical and fire codes
Tests to ensure all newly installed fire alarm 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; legal and/or insurance requirements
Hourly wage range of $25 - $38 an hour based on qualifications and experience.
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.
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.
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