Low Voltage Service Technician

Wachter; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) retirement plan

Per-diem when overnight travel is tobe

Job summary

Wachter is seeking self-motivated Low Voltage Service Technicians for service and installation work across the United States. The role emphasizes independent work, problem solving, and long-term employment with strong benefits.

The candidate will handle cabling infrastructure, telecommunication systems, and related equipment in commercial settings, with regional travel and possible extended trips as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written.
• Knowledgeable in identifying independent colors and learning color codes.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years.
• Experience in low voltage cabling, smart hands network replacement, telephony, CCTV, and POS equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various cabling infrastructure.
• Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work.
• Ensure all cables are neatly tied and bundled according to safety regulations.
• Install cable support structures such as j-hooks, cable racks, and innerduct.
• Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed cable systems and devices are operational.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Color codes

Ability to work at heights

Teamwork

Education

BICSI, Systimax, Panduit, Beldon, Corning certifications

Tools

BOOM lift

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 Service Technicians for service work at various locations across the United States. 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

• 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 vehicles could be provided after an initial 2-4 weeks of employment

Requirements

• Washington state EL06 license is required
• Data Cable Technician with CAT5e, fiber optic, and network experience
• Industry-specific certifications (BICSI, Systimax, Panduit, Beldon, Corning) are a huge plus
• Duration and schedule of hours will vary daily (0‑4 hour shifts or 10‑14 hour shifts, early mornings, nights, weekends)
• Flexible and willing to work on‑call, early morning, day, night, and weekend shifts
• Regional travel within a 2 to 4 hour radius daily required. Travel beyond 4 hours occasional with potential hotel stays
• Extended travel away from home may be necessary, typically not exceeding 1‑2 weeks
• Experience in low voltage cabling, smart hands network replacement, telephony, CCTV, and point‑of‑sale equipment is a plus
• Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written
• 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
• 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
• 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 cable support structures such as j‑hooks, cable racks, and innerduct
• Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed cable systems and component devices are operational
• Troubleshoot issues with the cable network

About the Company

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.

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.