Lead Low Voltage Technician - Life Safety Installations

Communications Engineering Company (CEC); New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Communications Engineering Company (CEC) in Wisconsin is seeking a field technician to lead the physical installation and inspections of life safety systems on projects. You will work with a team to meet safety and quality objectives by following industry standards.

The role requires daily project planning, cable pathway work, testing, and documenting results, with strong communication to the team. Travel up to 25% is required; a collaborative, self-driven mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience within CEC or similar company.
• 2+ safety related certifications.
• 1 industry certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-year technical degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation and inspections of life safety systems.
• Coordinate project kick-off meetings and safety requirements.
• Lead daily project and inspection plans with safe practices.
• Assist in cable pathway construction, cable pulling, and device terminations.
• Test and document life safety systems; report discrepancies.
• Maintain organized job sites and train teammates.
• Travel up to 25% for field assignments.
• Close projects with customer walkthroughs and documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Construction knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Communications systems knowledge

Excel knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2-year technical degree (preferred)

Industry certifications

Safety certifications (2+)

Tools

Windows PC

Excel

Job description

Communications Engineering Company (CEC) in Wisconsin is seeking a field technician to lead the physical installation and inspections of life safety systems on projects. You will work with a team to meet safety and quality objectives by following industry standards.

The role requires daily project planning, cable pathway work, testing, and documenting results, with strong communication to the team. Travel up to 25% is required; a collaborative, self-driven mindset is essential.