Job Overview
Location
Lowell, AR
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Software Engineering
Date Posted
June 3, 2026
Full Job Description
đź“‹ Description
- • Serve as a NICET-certified Fire Alarm Field Engineer to validate fire alarm system installations across high-profile national retail locations.
- • Conduct on-site inspections to ensure compliance with NFPA 72, local codes, and manufacturer specifications for fire alarm systems.
- • Troubleshoot complex fire alarm system malfunctions, including initiating devices, notification appliances, control panels, and communication circuits.
- • Document inspection findings with detailed reports, photographs, and corrective action recommendations for client and internal teams.
- • Partner with project managers, contractors, and facility personnel to coordinate field activities and resolve system deficiencies.
- • Maintain accurate records of inspection schedules, system performance data, and compliance status for national retail program audits.
- • Provide technical guidance to field teams and contractors on proper installation practices and code interpretation.
- • Perform periodic re-inspections to verify resolution of previously identified non-compliances and system upgrades.
- • Utilize industry-standard testing equipment to verify system functionality, including smoke detectors, heat sensors, pull stations, and annunciators.
- • Ensure all field work adheres to Wachter’s quality assurance protocols and safety standards.
- • Communicate directly with clients to explain system performance, regulatory requirements, and recommended improvements.
- • Travel to assigned retail locations across the United States as required to support the national program.
- • Maintain current NICET certification and stay updated on evolving fire safety codes and industry best practices.
- • Collaborate with the engineering and compliance teams to escalate systemic issues and contribute to process improvements.
- • Represent Wachter professionally in client environments, maintaining a reputation for technical excellence and reliability.
- • Respond to urgent service requests related to fire alarm system failures or code violations in a timely manner.
- • Coordinate with local authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) to ensure inspections meet regulatory expectations.
- • Prepare and submit weekly activity reports, travel logs, and time entries through company systems.
- • Adhere to all company policies regarding vehicle use, PPE, and on-site safety procedures.
- • Participate in quarterly training sessions and technical briefings to enhance field engineering competencies.
🎯 Requirements
- • NICET Level II or higher certification in Fire Alarm Systems
- • Minimum of 3 years of hands-on field experience inspecting and troubleshooting commercial fire alarm systems
- • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- • Ability to travel extensively across the United States
- • Proficiency in reading and interpreting fire alarm schematics and technical manuals
- • Strong written and verbal communication skills for client reporting and collaboration
🏖️ Benefits
- • Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
- • Company vehicle or generous mileage reimbursement
- • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- • Paid time off and holiday pay
- • 401(k) plan with company match
- • Professional development and NICET certification support
Skills & Technologies
About Wachter, Inc.
Wachter designs, installs, and maintains integrated technology solutions for enterprise and industrial customers across the United States. Core offerings include structured cabling, network infrastructure, electrical systems, security and surveillance, audio-visual, automation, and emerging IoT technologies. The company serves retail, healthcare, financial, manufacturing, and government sectors, providing engineering, project management, and nationwide field services from initial consultation through ongoing support. Founded in 1950 and headquartered in Lenexa, Kansas, Wachter operates regional offices and certified technicians throughout the country to deliver turnkey technology deployments and lifecycle services.
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