What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Alarm Project Technician position at Wachter?
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 401K 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.
Requirements :
Preferred current State Fire / Alarm License.
Experience as a Fire Alarm Project Technician.
Available for extensive travel, 2 weeks away from home at a time within a 4 hour radius of your residence.
Flexible and willing to work on-call, day or night shifts as the jobs require.
Experience reading blueprints and site maps.
Knowledge of fire alarm panels definitely a requirement! Experience in CCTV, voice, and data cabling is a PLUS!!.
Knowledgeable in identifying independent colors and learning color codes.
Ability to work in cramped spaces.
Ability to operate a BOOM or scissor lift, and ability to work at heights.
Has basic telecommunication tools, PPE, and reliable transportation.
Must have knowledge of cabling infrastructure.
Proficient with the use of smartphones, personal computers, including email, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office programs.
Experience in conduit installation is a plus.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years.
Responsibilities :
Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various fire alarm systems.
Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work.
Ensuring all cables are neatly tied and bundled according to safety regulations.
Installing of cable support structures such as j-hooks, cable racks, and innerduct.
Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed cable systems and component devices are operational.
Troubleshoot issues with cable networks.
Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by Wachter, our customers, or OSHA.
Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign.
20 - $40 an hourBased on qualifications and experience.
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