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Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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divb style="font-size: 16px"Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path! /bspan style="font-size: 16px"nbsp;/span/divdivspan style="font-size: 16px"nbsp;/span/divdivspan style="font-size: 16px"Wachter is accepting applications for a Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Access Control Service Technician for work at various retail locations across the United States.nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;/span/divdivspan style="font-size: 16px"nbsp;/span/divdivspan style="font-size: 16px"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. nbsp;/span/divbr/br/Wachter'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.   br/br/divBased on experience/qualifications./divbr/br/bBenefits Package: Company Paid!  /bbr/liMedical, Dental, Prescription amp; Vision Benefitsnbsp;/liliLife, ADamp;D, and LTD insurancenbsp;/liliPaid Vacation and Holidaysnbsp;/liliMD Live amp; TriaHealthnbsp;/liliCompany-Matched 401K and IRA Retirement Savingsnbsp;/liliPer-Diem paid when overnight travel is requirednbsp;/liliDrive time and mileage paid for use of a personal vehicle when travel is requirednbsp;/liliCompany vehicle provided after orientationnbsp;/libr/br/bRequirements: /bbr/liField installation experience in security environments: Fire Alarm /Intrusion / Access Controlnbsp;/liliNICET certification (Preferred)nbsp;/liliCurrent/valid state required Physical Security license and/or Life Safety license in the applicable technology. nbsp;/liliKnowledgeable about NFPA standards, including NFPA 70 and 72 nbsp;nbsp;/liliWork schedule mainly during the day 8 am to 5 pm, with some night shifts.nbsp;/liliAvailable and willing to work at heights of 20’-60’ on lifts.nbsp;/liliExperience reading blueprints and site maps.nbsp;/liliExperience with multiple Intrusion/Access system manufacturers is a plus.nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;/liliAssist with pre-installation opportunities by designing and planning technical solutions.nbsp;/liliPerform new installs and provide technical escalation support both on-site at customer locations as well as remotely via the phone and specialized tools.nbsp;/liliExcellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written.nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;/liliHas basic PPE, and reliable transportation during the training period prior to issuing a company vehiclenbsp;nbsp;/liliComputer/laptop/smartphone proficiency.nbsp;/liliBasic understanding of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is a plus.nbsp;/liliHighly proficient with the use of email, spreadsheets, and the ability to learn internal systems.nbsp;/liliValid driver’s license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years. nbsp;/libr/br/bResponsibilities: /bbr/liInstall, troubleshoot, and repair cabling systems and equipment in IP Video, Access Control / Intrusion Alarm / LAN/WAN infrastructure, and wireless LAN. nbsp;/liliRun low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit bending work.nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;/liliComplete all wiring, connections/terminations, and equipment installations ensuring that Access Control and Intrusion systems are complete with total customer satisfaction and contractual requirements.nbsp;/liliInstall, repair, or upgrade fire alarm systems and program control panels for fire alarm systems with the guidance of building plans and electrical layouts.nbsp;nbsp;/liliMount sensors at appropriate locations, performing all necessary tasks, such as drilling holes for cabling and accessing locations such as crawlspaces or attics.nbsp;/liliComplete all wiring, connections, and equipment installations ensuring that fire alarm systems are in compliance with electrical and fire codes.nbsp;/liliTests to ensure all newly installed fire alarm systems and component devices are operational.nbsp;/liliAdhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by Wachter, our customers, or OSHA.nbsp;/liliPerform any other duties not specifically statedherein, but which your supervisor may assign.nbsp;/liliEnsure all work complies with current codes and regulations.nbsp;/liliAssist and collaborate with the Installation Team Lead or Project Manager regarding on-site work schedules and timely delivery of equipment.nbsp;/liliConduct tests to ensure all newly installed systems and component devices are operational. nbsp;/liliTroubleshoot new system installations to ensure the proper functioning and to ensure the system meets local, county, state, or federal codes and legal and/or insurance requirements.nbsp;/lilinbsp;/libr/br/divb style="font-size: 18px;"About: /b/divdivbr/divdivbiWachter 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. /i/b/divdivbr/divdivbiWe 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. /i/b/divdivbr/divdivspan style="font-size: 16px;"Follow us on /spana rel="noopener noreferrer" class="postings-link" href="https://www.facebook.com/wachterinc/"Facebook/aspan style="font-size: 16px;", /spana rel="noopener noreferrer" class="postings-link" href="https://www.instagram.com/wachterinc/?hl=en"Instagram/aspan style="font-size: 16px;", /spana rel="noopener noreferrer" class="postings-link" href="https://twitter.com/wachterinc"Twitter/aspan style="font-size: 16px;", and /spana rel="noopener noreferrer" class="postings-link" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/38222/admin/"LinkedIn/aspan style="font-size: 16px;"./span/divdivbr/divdivWe'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./div

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Posting ID: 1239794840 Posted: 2026-03-06 Job Title: Alarm Service Technician