Field Telecom Installer — 75% Travel, Hands-On Cabling

NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company is seeking an Installation Technician 1 to join a growing telecom installation team in Greensboro, NC. This hands‑on field role supports projects primarily within secure confinement facilities, with about 75% travel and overnight stays as needed.

You will gain experience across structured cabling, Cat6, racks, switches, access points, and telephone systems while working alongside seasoned technicians.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of telecom installation or low‑voltage field experience.
• Solid work record with good tenure history.
• Proactive self‑starter with strong punctuality and cleanup skills.
• Experience with phone systems, structured cabling, Cat6 installation, racks, switches, and access points.
• Hands‑on experience using drills, drivers, ladders, scissor lifts, single‑man lifts, and installation tools.
• Basic troubleshooting of telecom/network equipment and ticketing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret basic architectural drawings and build documentation.
• Strong communication, documentation, and project coordination skills.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel up to ~75% including overnight stays.
• Comfortable working in secure/confinement facility environments, including prisons and jails.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site surveys and collect field verification data for installation projects.
• Evaluate site logistics and help determine equipment, staffing, and coordination requirements.
• Review installation requirements with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Complete site walkthroughs and prepare build orders using approved documentation.
• Document and communicate relevant project information and maintain complete project files.
• Install equipment for new and existing clients according to approved installation schedules.
• Mount equipment and install conduit, wire mold, Cat6 cabling, switches, access points, racks, and shelving.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose basic equipment issues.
• Respond to and update trouble tickets using the approved ticketing system.
• Escalate complex technical issues to senior technicians as appropriate.
• Maintain the company vehicle in safe, fully operational condition.
• Track travel and vehicle‑related expenses using approved software.
• Safely tow and operate trailers when required.

Skills

Telecom installation

Structured cabling

Cat6 installation

Racks & switches

Access points

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Reading drawings

Valid driver's license

Travel readiness

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Drills

Drivers

Ladders

Scissor lifts

Single-man lifts

Installation tools

Job description

NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company is seeking an Installation Technician 1 to join a growing telecom installation team in Greensboro, NC. This hands‑on field role supports projects primarily within secure confinement facilities, with about 75% travel and overnight stays as needed.

You will gain experience across structured cabling, Cat6, racks, switches, access points, and telephone systems while working alongside seasoned technicians.