Fire and Security Alarm Installation Technician

Job overview

The Fire and Security Alarm Installation Technician role is based in Denver, CO, and involves work at commercial and retail locations nationwide. The posting lists pay of $23–$50 per hour and describes extensive travel, including trips lasting two to six weeks. Wachter provides electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services. The technician installs, tests, troubleshoots, and maintains fire alarm and related low-voltage systems. The work supports safe, compliant system installations and reliable technology for Wachter’s commercial and industrial clients.

What you'll do

• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain fire alarm systems
• run low-voltage cabling and install cable supports
• test installed systems and devices
• troubleshoot cable networks and alarm panels
• follow NFPA standards including NFPA 70 and 72
• coordinate on design and planning
• document work
• follow project and OSHA safety requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

fire alarm

security systems

installation technician

low-voltage cabling

denver co

wachter

nfpa 70

nfpa 72

extensive travel

on-call work

$23–$50/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid weekly
• per diem when overnight travel is required
• company vehicle in some cases after the initial two to four weeks
• paid drive time and mileage for personal vehicle use when travel is required
• paid vacation and holidays
• certification and career advancement opportunities
• company-paid medical, dental, prescription, vision, life, AD&D, and LTD coverage
• company-matched 401(k) and IRA savings.

Why this role

The posting offers a signing bonus of up to $15,000 based on experience and licenses, plus additional night-shift incentives; extensive travel and on-call work are listed as availability requirements.

About the employer

Wachter, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors. Sector: 23.