Low Voltage Technician

Technibus, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive travel stipend

Company 401K plan with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Medical coverage options

Dental and Vision coverage

Long-term disability and other cover

Job summary

Technibus, Inc. is seeking a Low Voltage Technician who will travel 100% across the United States to install low voltage systems and lead a technical crew, coordinating daily workload while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires installing outlets, mounting hardware, building racks, performing testing, identifying circuits, and ensuring timely completion of paperwork; the candidate will train teammates and align with project timelines.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Minimum of two years in telecommunications or related technical field and ability to supervise others.
• Proficient with listed tools and able to read project documents and blueprints.
• Must know universal communications color codes and meet driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Install work area outlets for CAT 3 & CAT 5 jacks; mount face plates and boxes; follow labeling standards.
• Build closets with backboards, cross‑connects, racks, patch panels, fiber, and hardware; install grounding as required.
• Perform testing: continuity tests, volt‑ohmmeter use, troubleshoot opens/shorts, tone set.
• Identify active voice or data circuits; lead crew and coordinate timelines.
• Complete IES COMMERCIAL paperwork accurately (timesheets, transfers, work orders).
• Adhere to safety and quality standards and participate in all company procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Screwdriver set

Drywall saw

Torpedo level

Tape measure

Pliers

Hammer

Wrench set

Cable stripper

Tone set

Job description

Job Title

Low Voltage Technician

Reports To

Communications Technician

Summary

This role is 100% Travel within the United States. We pay for Travel, lodging, and a 50-a-day food allowance, with a world-class culture.

Job Summary

The Low Voltage Technician must be able to perform the technical responsibilities of a Cable Installer and function as a lead member of a technical team. The Fiber Network Technician will coordinate small groups of installers in the performance of daily workload, including adherence to Company safety and quality standards.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• The Low Voltage Technician will install a work area outlet for floor or wall (terminate CAT 3 & CAT 5 jacks). Mount face plates and surface-mount boxes correctly. Adhere to IES COMMERCIAL labeling standards.
• The Low Voltage Technician will build closets (Mount and install backboards, cross‑connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic, and hardware). Install grounding for racks, equipment, and cable as required. Complete all IDC connections (e.g. terminate 110/66 blocks and patch panels).
• The Low Voltage Technician performs testing: continuity test horizontal and riser cable; use of volt‑ohmmeter; troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts and transpose pairs on horizontal and riser cable; use a tone set.
• The Low Voltage Technician will identify active voice or data circuits.
• The Low Voltage Technician will assume responsibility for the effective performance of the crew and provide necessary training, and coordinate personnel and timeline to complete the project.
• The Low Voltage Technician will fully complete all IES COMMERCIAL paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers and others as required).
• The Low Voltage Technician will adhere to and participate in all Company, customer, and industry quality and safety standards and regulations.
• The Low Voltage Technician will complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Salary

Minimum: USD $23.00/Yr.

Maximum: USD $32.00/Yr.

Qualifications

• The Communications Technician II must be self‑motivated, positive in approach, professional and help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
• The Communications Technician II must promote the Company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
• The Communications Technician II must be able to act as the Company liaison for interface with customer representative(s).
• The Communications Technician II must possess proven problem‑solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
• The Communications Technician II must be able to work at heights, off a ladder and in confined spaces, lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds.
• The Communications Technician II must be able to see and distinguish different colors, read small print and hear and recognize audible signals such as dial tones.
• The Communications Technician II must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
• Regular attendance is mandatory.

Tools

• Screwdriver (regular and Phillips), drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips (with belt sheath), pliers (needle nose and channel locks), hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight and gloves. Punch tool with 110 block and 66 block blade, tone set, 6/8 position combo crimp tool.

Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements

• Must possess at least a High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Must possess a minimum of two (2) years of experience in telecommunications or related technical field and demonstrate the ability to supervise others.
• Must possess and be proficient with the listed tools.
• Must have proven skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
• Must know the universal communications color codes.
• Must meet Company minimum driving standards.

Career Path

• Lead Communications Technician

Minimum Years of Experience

0-2

License Required

No

Minimum Education

High School

Benefits

• Safety is Priority One – and our record shows it
• Competitive Pay
• Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match
• Company Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Choice of Medical Coverage including Prescription and Short Term Disability Plans
• Choice of Dental and Vision Coverage
• Optional Long‑term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal and Pet Coverage
• Auto and Home Insurance Discount Programs

EEO & Affiantive Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

View Your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal; Conozca sus Derechos: La Discriminación en el Lugar de Trabajo es Ilegal

Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860‑1500 or any IES office to request assistance.

Workplace Type

Traveling