Low Voltage Cable Technician Trainee at Standard Communications, Inc. Charlotte, NC

Standard Communications, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prepaid Travel Expenses

Daily Food Per Diem

Annual Bonus Potential

Weekly Pay

Immediate Vacation

Time Off: 5 PTO days + Federal HOLs

Simple IRA: 3% company match

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Growth: training & development

Job summary

Standard Communications, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Low-Voltage Technician / Nurse Call System Installer to learn end-to-end installation, setup, validation, and maintenance of vital communication infrastructure in hospitals and assisted living facilities across the area.

You'll learn under experienced technicians, with no prior nurse call experience required. The role focuses on deployment, wiring, and integration with EMR, telephony, and RTLS, and includes extensive on-site training and

Qualifications

• No prior Jeron or nurse call experience required — strong work ethic and willingness to be trained matter most.
• Basic understanding of low-voltage wiring concepts or interest in developing this skill set; ability to read electrical floor plans and schematics.
• Must satisfy healthcare facility requirements, including a background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Deployment & Upgrades: assist with wiring, mounting, and terminating Jeron systems in facilities and new construction.
• Component Installation: help set up master stations, call points, pillow speakers, and corridor lighting per blueprints.
• Cabling & Termination: learn labeling and termination for fiber optic, plenum-rated, and CAT5/6 cabling.
• Integration & Programming: gain exposure to system software setup for zone and staff assignments; integrate with EMR/telephony/RTLS.
• Testing & Handover: support troubleshooting and observe basic operational training for facility personnel.

Skills

Eagerness to Learn

Technical Aptitude

Compliance & Access

Physical Mobility

Reliable Logistics

Education

OSHA 10 certification

NICET certification (Electronic Safety & Security)

Tools

Cornell

Ascom

Rauland

Job description

Your Rewards & Benefits

We believe in being upfront about our perks. Here is the comprehensive support you can expect as part of our team:

• Prepaid Travel Expenses: No waiting for reimbursements. When you travel for a project, we cover the costs upfront.
• Daily Food Per Diem: Your meals are covered while you're on the road.
• Transparent Annual Reviews: A clear, honest path to earning more. You do more, you learn more, you get paid more. Simple as that.
• Annual Bonus Potential: We reward hard work and a great year with extra cash in your pocket.
• Weekly Pay: Get paid every single Thursday—no bi-weekly waiting games.
• Immediate Vacation: Pro-rated vacation time starting on Day 1 (and yes, it’s negotiable).
• Time Off: 5 PTO days plus most Federal Holidays off to spend with your family.
• Solid Retirement: Simple IRA with a 3% company match.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Growth: Manufacturer training and ongoing professional development to build your skills from the ground up.

Position Overview

This is an entry-level opportunity to launch a career as a Low-Voltage Technician / Nurse Call System Installer, with a primary focus on Jeron Electronic Systems. Under the guidance of experienced technicians, you’ll learn the end-to-end installation, setup, validation, and maintenance of vital communication infrastructure within healthcare settings, including hospitals and assisted living facilities throughout the area. No prior nurse call experience is required — we’ll train the right candidate.

What You’ll Learn & Do

• Deployment & Upgrades: Assist with wiring, mounting, and terminating legacy and Provider series Jeron systems in active medical facilities and new construction sites.
• Component Installation: Help set up master stations, call points, pillow speakers, and corridor lighting according to blueprints and riser diagrams.
• Cabling Fundamentals: Learn proper labeling and termination for fiber optic, plenum-rated, and CAT5/6 cabling.
• Integration & Programming: Gain exposure to system software setup for zone and staff assignments, and how these systems integrate with EMR, telephony, and RTLS platforms.
• Testing & Instruction: Support system troubleshooting before handover and observe basic operational training for facility personnel.

Your Professional Profile

• Eagerness to Learn: No prior experience with Jeron or nurse call systems required — a strong work ethic and willingness to be trained matter most.
• Technical Aptitude: Basic understanding of low-voltage wiring concepts, or a strong interest in developing this skill set; ability to learn to read electrical floor plans and schematics.
• Compliance & Access: Ability to satisfy strict healthcare facility requirements, including a successful background check and drug screening.
• Physical Mobility: Capable of navigating crawl spaces or ceilings, working from ladders, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable Logistics: Possession of a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record for essential job site travel.

Desired Qualifications (Valued Extras - not required)

• Any prior exposure to low-voltage, electrical, or IT cabling work (school, internship, or hands-on experience).
• Familiarity with platforms such as Cornell, Ascom, Rauland, or similar systems.
• Interest in pursuing NICET certification in Electronic Safety & Security or Fire Alarm.
• OSHA 10 certification (or willingness to obtain).

Work Environment & Logistics

Professional Atmosphere: Assignments take place in active healthcare settings where high standards of conduct and respect are mandatory.

Availability: Standard Monday through Friday operations.

Travel: Frequent travel within the continental US.

Company Description

Standard Communications, Inc. (SCI) is a highly specialized, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that acts as a premier technology integrator for the federal government. They don’t just pull wires- they design, install, and sustain massive, next-generation clinical IT and communications systems across the country.

Standard Communications INC maintains an equal opportunity workplace.

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful results of a drug screening and background investigation.