Lead Low Voltage & Access Control Tech (Travel 95%)

Wachter, Inc.

Newark (NJ)

On-site

USD 34,440 - 48,216

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision

Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA

Per-Diem for travel

Travel time and mileage paid

Company vehicle after 2-4 weeks

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. is seeking a Low Voltage Lead Project Technician for large scale project work at various locations across the United States. This role requires travel up to 95% of the time and involves installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of cabling infrastructure in commercial settings.

We invite self-motivated technicians who can work independently yet collaborate with teams. Wachter offers long-term employment with competitive pay and exceptional benefits, including medical, dental,

Qualifications

EST license required.
Experience as a Data Cable Technician.
Available for extensive travel nationwide.
Strong knowledge of BICSI, NEC, TIA/EIA.
Industry certifications (BICSI, Systimax, Panduit, Beldon, Corning) a plus.
Able to read blueprints and site maps.
Experience in CCTV, voice, and data cabling a plus.
Excellent customer relationships and communication skills.
Able to work unsupervised and with teams of 4–20 technicians.
Knowledgeable in color codes.
Able to work in cramped spaces.
Able to operate a BOOM or scissor lift; heights over 40 feet.
Has basic telecommunication tools, PPE, and reliable transportation.
Knowledge of cabling infrastructure.
Experience in conduit installation a plus.
Valid driver's license with a clean record; no DUI/DWI in last 3 years.

Responsibilities

Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of cabling infrastructure.
Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work.
Ensure cables are neatly tied and bundled according to safety regulations.
Install cable support structures such as j-hooks, cable racks, and innerduct.
Repair cable poles and towers.
Test to ensure newly installed cables systems and component devices are operational.
Troubleshoot issues with the cable network.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Maintain Wachter's high standard of quality and professionalism with regards to workmanship, customer relations, coworkers, behavior, and appearance.
Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by Wachter, our customers, or OSHA.