Low Voltage/Access Control Lead Project Technician

Lever, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Per-diem for travel

Company vehicle after 2–4 weeks

Job summary

Wachter is hiring Low Voltage Lead Project Technicians for service and large project work across the United States. This role requires travel up to 95% and independent problem solving with teams of 4–20 technicians. You will install, troubleshoot, and maintain low voltage cabling in commercial environments while adhering to safety standards.

Experience as a Data Cable Technician and knowledge of BICSI/NEC/TIA-EIA standards are essential; certifications are a plus. Valid driver’s license required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Data Cable Technician.
• Extensive travel nationwide up to 95%.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards (BICSI, NEC, TIA/EIA).
• Industry-specific certifications are a huge plus (listed).
• Capable of reading blueprints and site maps.
• Experience in CCTV, voice, and data cabling is a plus.
• Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written.
• Must be comfortable working unsupervised and collaborating with teams of 4–20 technicians.
• Knowledge of color codes and identifying independent colors.
• Ability to work in cramped spaces; operate lifts; and heights 40+ ft.
• Has basic telecommunication tools, PPE, and reliable transportation.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; no DUI/DWI in 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of cabling infrastructure.
• Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls.
• Ensure cables are neatly tied and bundled per safety regulations.
• Install cable support structures such as j-hooks and innerduct.
• Repair cable poles and towers.
• Test newly installed cable systems and components for operation.
• Troubleshoot issues with the cable network.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain Wachter's high standards of quality, professionalism, and safety.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Communication skills

Customer relations

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

BICSI certification

Systimax certification

Panduit certification

Beldon certification

Corning certification

Tools

Boom lift operation

Scissor lift operation

Conduit installation

Job description

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!

Wachter is accepting applications for Low Voltage Lead Project Technicians for service and large project work at various locations across the United States. This position requires technicians to travel up to 95% of the time.

We seek self-motivated and reliable technicians for service and special installation projects, who can work independently and find solutions to complete the job. Long-term employment with competitive pay and exceptional benefits for qualified candidates. We value relationships and invest in our employees.

Benefits Package: Company Paid!

• Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits
• Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings.
• Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required.
• Drive time and mileage paid for use of a personal vehicle when travel is required.
• Company vehicle could be provided after initial 2-4 weeks of employment.

Requirements:

• Experience as a Data Cable Technician.
• Available for extensive travel nationwide.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards (BICSI, NEC, TIA/EIA).
• Industry-specific certifications (BICSI, Systimax, Panduit, Beldon, Corning) are ahuge plus.
• Capable of reading blueprints and site maps.
• Experience in CCTV, voice, and data cabling is a plus.
• Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written.
• Must be comfortable working unsupervised and also effectively communicating and collaborating with teams of 4 to 20 other technicians.
• Knowledgeable in identifying independent colors and learning color codes.
• Ability to work in cramped spaces.
• Ability to operate a BOOM or scissor lift; and ability to work at heights, of 40 plus feet.
• Has basic telecommunication tools, PPE, and reliable transportation.
• Must have knowledge of cabling infrastructure.
• Experience in conduit installation is a plus.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years.

Responsibilities:

• Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various cabling infrastructure.
• Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work.
• Ensuring all cables are neatly tied and bundled according to safety regulations.
• Installing of cable support structures such as j-hooks, cable racks, and innerduct.
• Repairing cable poles and towers.
• Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed cables systems and component devices are operational.
• Troubleshoot issues with the cable network.
• Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign.
• Maintain the company’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.

$25 - $32 an hour

Based on experience.

About:

Wachter is a family-owned company since 1930 and we see each employee as a critical piece of the Wachter Family. With over 900 licenses across the country, Wachter serves commercial and industrial clients with the right technologies needed to keep them successful.

We design, install, and maintain the technologies that keep businesses operating efficiently. Our team of dedicated electricians, engineers, and technicians provides electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services to clients in numerous industries.

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.