Fire Alarm Service Technician
1 day ago
Lafayette
Job DescriptionWachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path! Wachter is accepting applications for a Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control Service Technician for work at various retail locations across the United States. We seek self-motivated and reliable technicians for service and special installation projects, 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, • 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 provided after orientation Requirements:, • Louisiana Life Safety and Property Protection (LSPP) license issued by the Louisiana State Fire Marshal's Office for Fire Alarm (Life Safety), • Field installation experience in security environments: Fire Alarm /Intrusion / Access Control, • NICET certification (Preferred), • Current/valid state required Physical Security license and/or Life Safety license in the applicable technology., • Knowledgeable about NFPA standards, including NFPA 70 and 72, • Work schedule mainly during the day 8 am to 5 pm, with some night shifts., • Available and willing to work at heights of 20’-60’ on lifts., • Experience reading blueprints and site maps., • Experience with multiple Intrusion/Access system manufacturers is a plus., • Assist with pre-installation opportunities by designing and planning technical solutions., • Perform new installs and provide technical escalation support both on-site at customer locations as well as remotely via the phone and specialized tools., • Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written., • Has basic PPE, and reliable transportation during the training period prior to issuing a company vehicle, • Computer/laptop/smartphone proficiency., • Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is a plus., • Highly proficient with the use of email, spreadsheets, and the ability to learn internal systems., • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years. Responsibilities:, • Install, troubleshoot, and repair cabling systems and equipment in IP Video, Access Control / Intrusion Alarm / LAN/WAN infrastructure, and wireless LAN., • Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit bending work., • Complete all wiring, connections/terminations, and equipment installations ensuring that Access Control and Intrusion systems are complete with total customer satisfaction and contractual requirements., • 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., • Complete all wiring, connections, and equipment installations ensuring that fire alarm systems are in compliance with electrical and fire codes., • Tests to ensure all newly installed fire alarm systems and component devices are operational., • 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., • Ensure all work complies with current codes and regulations., • Assist and collaborate with the Installation Team Lead or Project Manager regarding on-site work schedules and timely delivery of equipment., • Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed systems and component devices are operational.