Low Voltage Lead Technician

LINX; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with matching

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

LINX is seeking a Low Voltage Lead Technician to coordinate onsite cabling projects in commercial spaces. You will report to the Project Foreman and Manager, supervise 5+ technicians, plan manpower, and track progress to keep projects on schedule.

Responsibilities include communicating with customers, coordinating materials, and ensuring safety and quality standards while meeting deadlines. Strong English, blueprints, and tool knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Lead projects and supervise teams of 5+ technicians.
• Read blueprints and manage all aspects of project planning.
• Strong verbal and written communication with accurate timesheets.
• Terminate jacks, patch panels, 66/110 blocks and follow color codes.
• Use Fluke testers to verify voice/data connections.

Responsibilities

• Supervise projects, directing 5+ technicians and meeting daily goals.
• Plan site manpower and manage material and labor through completion.
• Set crew objectives, track progress and report to management.
• Ensure safety, HR compliance and project deadlines.
• Maintain quality and profitability while ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Oversee account coordination and direct customer interactions.
• Prepare and communicate status reports to customers and PMs.

Skills

Project leadership

Blueprint reading

Effective communication

Timesheet management

Team supervision

Education

High School diploma

Associate/technical degree

Tools

Fluke testers

Hilti tools

Cable & fiber install tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Low Voltage Lead Technician plays a key role in onsite project coordination within commercial construction environments.

Reporting to the Project Foreman and Project Manager, this role ensures structured cabling projects stay on track by managing daily tasks, supervising crews, and meeting project goals.

About LINX

Join a team that connects people through technology. We design, install, and support commercial network cabling for data centers, multimedia, security, and wireless systems.

In 2003, industry experts founded LINX to create the workplace they wanted—one built on integrity, teamwork, and innovation. These core values drive us daily, shaping a culture where employees grow and take pride in their work.

Headquartered in Denver, CO, with regional offices in Seattle, WA; Salt Lake City, UT; San Antonio, TX; Atlanta, GA; Cheyenne, WY; and Des Moines, IA, we’re growing fast! With AI, remote work, and digital transformation accelerating, now is the time to build your future with LINX.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned projects, directing the work of 5+ technicians and ensuring daily goals are met.
• Plan site manpower needs and manage material and labor through job completion.
• Set crew objectives, track progress, and report updates to management.
• Ensure compliance with HR, safety, and company policies while meeting project deadlines.
• Maintain technical, quality, and profitability standards, ensuring top-level customer satisfaction.
• Oversee account coordination, including direct customer interaction and issue resolution.
• Prepare and communicate status reports, keeping customers and Project Managers informed.

Minimum Requirements

• Expertise in cabling standards with the ability to lead projects, delegate tasks, and supervise teams of 5+ technicians.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and managing all aspects of project planning.
• Strong communication skills (& verbal) with a focus on accurate timesheet management and efficiency.
• Terminate jacks, patch panels, 66/110 blocks, and follow 568A/B color codes.
• Use Fluke testers to verify connections and troubleshoot voice/data issues.
• Install and configure switches, routers, modems, and wireless access points.
• Work with category cable, COAX, fiber (RG6, RG11, RG59), build out closets, and operate Hilti guns, hammer drills, band saws, and power tools.
• Ability to lift/carry/setup a 50 pound box or ladder.
• Must own low voltage tools (strippers, screwdrivers, wrenches).
• Able to work 2nd /3rd shift, overtime, and under pressure.
• Must pass a 7-year background check, drug screen, and physical.
• Requires valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance.
• Professional working proficiency in English.

Preferred Certifications (not Required)

• BICSI Technician or Installation Certification
• OSHA 10
• Powder Actuated Tools Certification
• Confined Space Certification
• CPR and First Aid certified
• Manufacturers certifications for Installation and Maintenance
• Lift Certified
• High School diploma, Associate’s degree or technical degree a plus

Pay Rate

$24.00 - $35.00/hr

TEAMLINX Offers Great Benefits Including

• 401K with 50% employer match up to first 5%
• Insurance options including medical plans with Flexible Spending and/or Health Savings Accounts, Disability, Dental and Vision
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) combining sick pay and vacation days
• Career growth opportunities

Posting Deadline

This is an evergreen posting, and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis as hiring needs arise.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.