Communications Technician

LEK Technology Group, LLC; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

LEK Technology Group, LLC designs, installs, and supports low-voltage technology and network infrastructure across commercial and institutional environments. The Commercial Communications Technician role involves installing, terminating, testing, and maintaining voice, data, fiber, and wireless network infrastructure for diverse customers, under PM guidance.

Responsibilities include on-site installations, cable management, testing, and documentation, with a focus on safety, manufacturer

Qualifications

• 2+ years of structured cabling or low-voltage installation experience.
• Hands-on copper termination and testing experience.
• Knowledge of TIA/EIA cabling standards and OSHA jobsite safety.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Support daily onsite installation activities as directed by the PM and/or Lead Technician.
• Install structured cabling systems (Cat6/Cat6A, coax, and control cabling).
• Install single-mode and multimode fiber optic cabling (inside and outside plant).
• Build out telecom rooms and data centers (racks, cable tray, ladder rack, patch panels, grounding).
• Install wireless access points and network hardware.
• Pull, dress, label, and terminate copper and fiber cabling.
• Test and certify copper and fiber runs (Fluke or similar) and document results.
• Bundle, tag, and organize cabling for clean, compact finished systems.
• Assist with troubleshooting network connectivity, PoE, and cabling issues.
• Read and work from floor plans, cable schedules, and as-builts.
• Maintain jobsite safety and compliance with LEK standards.

Skills

Structured cabling

Copper termination

TIA/EIA standards

OSHA safety

Tools

Fiber termination

Fusion splicing

OTDR testing

Power meter testing

BICSI Installer 1/2

CommScope equipment

Panduit hardware

Wireless AP installation

Job description

About LEK Technology Group

LEK Technology Group designs, installs, and supports low-voltage technology and network infrastructure across commercial, education, healthcare, government, industrial, and entertainment environments. From targeted upgrades to full facility builds, we deliver end-to-end integration, including structured cabling, physical security, wireless networks, audiovisual solutions, and fiber infrastructure.

Commercial Communications Technician

About LEK Technology Group

LEK Technology Group designs, installs, and supports low-voltage technology and network infrastructure across commercial, education, healthcare, government, industrial, and entertainment environments. From targeted upgrades to full facility builds, we deliver end-to-end integration, including structured cabling, physical security, wireless networks, audiovisual solutions, and fiber infrastructure.

Position Summary

The Commercial Communications Technician installs, terminates, tests, and maintains voice, data, fiber, and wireless network infrastructure for our commercial, education, healthcare, government, and DoD customers. Working under the direction of the Project Manager and Lead Technician, you'll help make sure every project is installed safely, cleanly, to manufacturer specifications, and on schedule.

What You'll Do

• Support daily onsite installation activities as directed by the PM and/or Lead Technician
• Install structured cabling systems (Cat6/Cat6A, coax, and control cabling)
• Install single-mode and multimode fiber optic cabling (inside and outside plant)
• Build out telecom rooms and data centers (racks, cable tray, ladder rack, patch panels, grounding)
• Install wireless access points and network hardware
• Pull, dress, label, and terminate copper and fiber cabling
• Test and certify copper and fiber runs (Fluke or similar) and document results
• Bundle, tag, and organize cabling for clean, compact finished systems
• Assist with troubleshooting network connectivity, PoE, and cabling issues
• Read and work from floor plans, cable schedules, and as-builts
• Maintain jobsite safety and compliance with LEK standards

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of structured cabling or low-voltage installation experience
• Hands-on copper termination and testing experience
• Knowledge of TIA/EIA cabling standards and OSHA jobsite safety
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a background check

Preferred Experience

• Fiber termination, fusion splicing, and OTDR/power meter testing
• BICSI Installer 1/2, CommScope, Panduit, or similar manufacturer certifications
• Wireless access point installation
• Military, school, healthcare, or commercial construction project experience

Work Environment

• Commercial construction sites, indoor and outdoor
• Ladder and lift work required
• Regional travel may be required (per diem provided when applicable)

What We're Looking For

• A team player
• Commitment to quality installations and clean workmanship
• A desire to learn and grow