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Low Voltage / Industrial / CCTV / AV Technician

Wachter

Grand Rapids, MI Uncategorized 5mos ago

Fire/Security Alarm Installation Technician

Wachter

Detroit, MI Uncategorized 6mos ago

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Low Voltage / Industrial / CCTV / AV Technician

Wachter · Grand Rapids, MI

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Uncategorized Grand Rapids, MI Posted Dec 10, 2025

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!

We are seeking experienced and highly motivated technicians to join our team in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting low voltage systems across industrial, retail, and commercial environments. This role involves extensive travel and hands-on work with structured cabling, CCTV, AV systems, and more.

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.

Why Choose Wachter:

Full-time work

Competitive Compensation based on experience

Paid weekly

Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required

Company-provided cell phone

Company vehicle provided, in some cases, after initial 2-4 weeks of employment

Drive time and mileage paid for use of personal vehicle when travel is required

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Opportunities for certification and career advancement

Supportive team environment

Benefits Package, Company paid:

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits--No premium cost!

Life, AD&D and LTD insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings

Key Responsibilities May Include a Variety of:

Install, troubleshoot, and maintain structured cabling systems (Cat5/Cat6, fiber, coax).

Perform conduit installation, cable dressing, and termination inside IDF/MDF cabinets.

Install and configure CCTV, paging systems, AV equipment, and network devices.

Lead small teams on multi-week projects and ensure timely, safe, and budget-conscious delivery.

Read and interpret blueprints and site maps.

Operate BOOM and/or scissor lifts; work at heights up to 40+ feet.

Conduct system testing and ensure compliance with safety and industry standards.

Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with clients and team members.

Qualifications:

2–5 years of experience in low-voltage cabling, industrial installation, or AV systems.

Strong knowledge of cabling infrastructure, fiber termination, and AV integration.

Proficiency in Crestron, AMX, DSP programming, and audio calibration is a plus.

Industry certifications (BICSI, OSHA, MSHA, AVIXA CTS, Panduit, Belden, Corning) are highly desirable.

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no DUI/DWI in the last 3 years).

Reliable transportation.

Must have basic telecom tools, PPE

Comfortable working independently and leading small teams.

Willingness to travel extensively (4–6 weeks at a time) and work flexible shifts including nights and weekends.

About:

Wachter 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.

We 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.

We'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.

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Fire/Security Alarm Installation Technician

Wachter · Detroit, MI

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Uncategorized Detroit, MI Lansing, MI Grand Rapids, MI Posted Nov 11, 2025

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!

We are seeking experienced Fire Alarm/Intrusion/Burglar Installation Technicians to join our growing team. This role involves installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining fire alarm systems across various commercial and retail locations nationwide. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills, a commitment to safety, and the flexibility to travel extensively.

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.  

Why Wachter?

Full-time work

Competitive Compensation based on experience

Paid weekly

Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required

Company vehicle provided, in some cases, after initial 2-4 weeks of employment

Drive time and mileage paid for use of personal vehicle when travel is required

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Opportunities for certification and career advancement

Supportive team environment

Benefits Package: Company Paid!

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits

Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

MD Live & TriaHealth

Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings.

Key Responsibilities

Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of fire alarm systems infrastructure.

Running low-voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work.

Installing cable support structures such as j-hooks, cable racks, and innerduct.

Conducting tests to ensure all newly installed cable systems and component devices are operational.

Troubleshooting issues with cable networks and fire alarm panels.

Ensuring all installations and repairs comply with NFPA standards, including NFPA 70 and 72.

Collaborating with team members on pre-installation design and planning.

Maintaining accurate and detailed records of all work performed.

Adhering to all required project safety requirements as set forth by Wachter, our customers, or OSHA.

Qualifications

Proven experience in field installation within security environments: Fire Alarm and/or Intrusion.

Current and valid state-required Physical Security and/or Life Safety license.

In-depth knowledge of NFPA standards, especially NFPA 70 and 72.

Experience reading blueprints and site maps.

Comfortable working at heights of 20–60 feet using lifts.

Ability to work in cramped spaces and operate BOOM or scissor lifts.

Proficiency with smartphones, computers, email, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office.

Possession of basic PPE and reliable transportation during the initial training period.

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no DUI/DWI in the last 3 years).

Availability for extensive travel (2–6 weeks at a time) and flexible shifts including nights and on-call work.

Preferred Qualifications

NICET Level 2 certification or State-required licenses

Knowledge of cabling infrastructure and conduit installation.

Ability to identify independent colors and learn color codes.

Experience with multiple Intrusion and Fire system manufacturers

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