Low Voltage Installer (DAS)

TEKsystems; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Hotels covered

Per diem

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

TEKsystems in Knoxville, TN is seeking a contract-to-hire field technician to install and test coax and fiber cabling, DAS systems, and low-voltage infrastructure across multiple sites. The role includes traveling up to statewide with a company vehicle, per diem, and occasional overnight stays. You will read blueprints, lead small jobs, and document work for management. The position is onsite with standard 8:00 AM–5:00 PM hours.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of cable installation experience (Coax, Fiber, Low Voltage). DAS or single-mode fiber splicing experience is a major plus.
• Experience overseeing ISP/network cable construction, including rack/stack, terminations, and testing.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with coax and fiber test equipment.
• Ability to lead a helper, interpret blueprints, delegate tasks, and run small jobs.

Responsibilities

• Install and test coax, fiber, and low-voltage cabling
• Rack and stack equipment; dress and label cables
• Perform coax and fiber testing (OTDR, Fluke, and other industry-standard testing equipment)
• Read blueprints and schematics
• Delegate tasks and lead small jobs
• Document work through photos and reporting to management
• Work with various OEM and telecommunications equipment manufacturers
• Install and work with ½" coax and fiber-based DAS systems

Skills

Coax installation

Fiber installation

Low voltage cabling

DAS experience

Blueprint reading

Leadership / delegation

Tools

OTDR testing

Fluke testing

Rack & stack

Job description

About The Opportunity

ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems)

Per diem for overnight travel

This organization specializes in four major telecommunications categories:

• LMR (Land Mobile Radio)
• IBS/IDAS (In-Building Systems, Distributed Antenna Systems)
• ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems)
• Physical Security

The team supports a wide range of in-building wireless projects across Federal, State, and Local government, as well as education, transportation, stadiums/venues, and healthcare. Projects include construction, installation, and maintenance of in-building wireless access points and DAS infrastructure.

Role Overview

This position supports projects throughout Tennessee, including DAS and low-voltage installations, public safety systems, fiber and coax work, ODAS/IDAS deployments, new construction, and existing campus upgrades. Work is performed across the state with occasional travel to Virginia.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 50% travel (worst-case scenario)
• Overnight stays for up to 4 nights at a time
• Company vehicle provided for travel
• Hotels covered
• Per diem for overnight travel

Key Responsibilities

• Install and test coax, fiber, and low-voltage cabling
• Rack and stack equipment; dress and label cables
• Perform coax and fiber testing (OTDR, Fluke, and other industry-standard testing equipment)
• Read blueprints and schematics
• Delegate tasks and lead small jobs
• Document work through photos and reporting to management
• Work with various OEM and telecommunications equipment manufacturers
• Install and work with ½" coax and fiber-based DAS systems

Top Skills

• 3+ years of cable installation experience (Coax, Fiber, Low Voltage). DAS or single-mode fiber splicing experience is a major plus.
• Experience overseeing ISP/network cable construction, including rack/stack, terminations, and testing.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with coax and fiber test equipment.
• Ability to lead a helper, interpret blueprints, delegate tasks, and run small jobs.

Additional Qualifications

• Hardworking, reliable, and customer-facing
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to problem-solve and think critically
• Willingness to learn and take initiative

Work Environment

• Monday-Friday schedule; current hours are 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Must be comfortable working on ladders and in commercial, hospital, government, and public-safety environments
• Must be open to statewide travel and overnight stays

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Knoxville,TN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.