Traveling Fire Alarm / Access Control Project Technician

Company	Wachter
Location	Los Angeles, CA, USA
Salary	$20 – $45
Type	Full-Time
Degrees
Experience Level	Junior, Mid Level

Requirements

MUST hold State of California ‘Blue Card’ per Department of Industrial Relations Division of Labor Standards Enforcement Electrician Certification Program for Fire/Life Safety Technician
Field installation experience in security environments: Fire Alarm / Access Control
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
Available to travel, a few weeks at a time
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
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
Troubleshoot 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.

Preferred Qualifications

NICET certification (Preferred)
Experience with multiple Intrusion/Access system manufacturers is a plus.