Low Voltage Installation Specialist

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Office of Information Technology is seeking a Low Voltage Installation Specialist to install, test, and support critical cabling infrastructure across Duke facilities. You will work on new construction, renovations, and upgrades to enable network, wireless, access control, and video systems.

The role requires hands-on experience with structured cabling, fiber, and security tech, and requires strong troubleshooting, independence, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of experience in communications cabling installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Experience on commercial construction and major renovation projects.
• Experience installing and supporting structured cabling systems.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, test, and label Cat6A and single‑mode fiber cabling for enterprise technology systems.
• Deploy and support wireless access points, structured cabling systems, and related network infrastructure.
• Install and configure IP-based video surveillance systems and associated hardware.
• Implement card access and physical security technologies throughout university facilities.
• Support DAS infrastructure installations, including passive devices and cabling components.
• Collaborate with construction teams, contractors, network engineers, and other stakeholders on technology projects.
• Ensure all installations meet Duke standards for quality, testing, labeling, and documentation.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects and assignments while meeting deadlines and customer expectations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer communication

Education

Trade school/Technical training

Tools

OTDR testing

Fiber fusion splicing

DAS coax testing

Job description

Low Voltage Installation Specialist

Be You.

The Office of Information Technology (OIT) is seeking a Low Voltage Installation Specialist to join our Low Voltage Installation Project Team. This is an exciting opportunity to help build and support the technology infrastructure that powers Duke University's teaching, research, healthcare, and administrative environments.

In this hands-on role, you will work on new construction projects, major renovations, and technology upgrades across Duke University and Duke University Health System facilities. You'll install, test, and support the critical cabling and infrastructure that enable network connectivity, wireless services, access control, video surveillance, and other essential technology systems throughout campus.

If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment, collaborating with construction and technology teams, and seeing the direct impact of your work on large-scale projects, this role offers an opportunity to contribute to some of Duke's most important technology initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years of experience in communications cabling installation, maintenance, and repair.
• Experience working on commercial construction and major renovation projects.
• Experience installing and supporting structured cabling systems.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical college, trade school education, or equivalent industry training.
• OTDR fiber testing experience.
• Fiber optic fusion splicing experience.
• DAS (Distributed Antenna System) coaxial termination and testing experience.
• Experience supporting enterprise technology infrastructure projects.

Other Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds as part of normal job duties.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, communication rooms, ceilings, and construction environments.
• Ability to safely use ladders, hand tools, and cable installation equipment.
• Availability for periodic overtime and weekend work to meet project commitments.

Work Arrangement

• Onsite. The work is performed on-site across Duke University and Duke Health facilities, including active construction and renovation projects.

Be Bold.

What You'll Do

• Install, terminate, test, and label Cat6A and single‑mode fiber optic cabling for enterprise technology systems.
• Deploy and support wireless access points, structured cabling systems, and related network infrastructure.
• Install and configure IP-based video surveillance systems and associated hardware.
• Implement card access and physical security technologies throughout university facilities.
• Support Distributed Antenna System (DAS) infrastructure installations, including passive devices and cabling components.
• Collaborate with construction teams, contractors, network engineers, Duke University Police, and other stakeholders on technology projects.
• Ensure all installations meet Duke standards for quality, testing, labeling, and documentation.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects and assignments while meeting deadlines and customer expectations.

Choose Duke.

Duke University's Office of Information Technology provides the technology foundation that supports one of the world's leading institutions for education, research, and healthcare. Our teams deliver innovative technology solutions that connect people, advance discovery, and enhance the student, faculty, and staff experience.

As a member of the OIT team, you'll work on diverse projects across a vibrant campus environment, supporting new facilities, renovation projects, and critical infrastructure initiatives. You'll collaborate with talented professionals across the university while contributing to technology systems that make a lasting impact throughout the Duke community.

Learn more about Duke University's competitive benefits package.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions:

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.