Low Voltage Technician / Communication Wireworker

Amtex Enterprises Inc.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BICSI Installer 2 Copper

BICSI Installer 2 Optical Fiber

BICSI RCDD

FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician

Job summary

Amtex Enterprises Inc. is seeking a skilled Low Voltage Technician / Communication Wireworker in Amarillo, TX.

The role focuses on installing, maintaining, testing, and certifying electrical and communication infrastructure, including copper and fiber cabling, in substations, data centers, and office facilities. The candidate will have 5+ years of related experience and hold a Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent verified electrical experience.
• Minimum 5 years in electrical construction or telecom cabling.
• Ability to read electrical/telecom drawings.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems for communications networks.
• Install, terminate, test, certify, and troubleshoot copper and fiber cabling.
• Support field construction across substations, data centers, and offices.
• Perform testing, document as-built drawings, and ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Maintain safety practices and obtain required certifications.

Skills

Reading drawings

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety consciousness

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent experience

Tools

CAT6A

CAT7

Fiber OTDR testing

BICSI knowledge

Job description

Job Title : Low Voltage Technician / Communication Wireworker
Duration: 12+ months
Location: Amarillo, TX. On site-must be local or willing to relocate
Schedule is M-Th 4/10

Low Voltage Technician / Communication Wireworker

A skilled electrical and communications infrastructure professional responsible for the installation, maintenance, testing, certification, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical, structured cabling, fiber optic, and low-voltage communication systems. This position supports the design and operation of critical utility communications infrastructure within substations, service centers, control centers, data centers, offices, and field facilities.

The successful candidate will hold a Journeyman Electrician license (equivalent verifiable electrical experience is acceptable if not a certified Electrician.) The Communication Wireworker combines traditional electrical knowledge with telecommunications and network infrastructure expertise to ensure safe, reliable, and standards-compliant installations.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Systems

Install, modify, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems supporting communications and network infrastructure.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, riser diagrams, and construction drawings.
Install conduit, cable tray, grounding systems, raceways, and associated infrastructure.
Ensure compliance with NEC, OSHA, NFPA 70E, utility standards, and local electrical codes.
Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on electrical systems supporting telecommunications equipment.
Structured Cabling and Communications Infrastructure

Structured Cabling and Communications Infrastructure

Install, terminate, test, certify, and troubleshoot copper and fiber optic cabling systems.
Perform CAT6A, CAT7, multimode, and single-mode fiber installations.
Conduct fiber splicing, OTDR testing, power meter testing, and certification testing.
Install, maintain, and support MDF, IDF, communications shelters, data center, and network room infrastructure.
Maintain cable management, labeling, and documentation standards in accordance with BICSI and company requirements.
Field Construction and Maintenance

Field Construction and Maintenance

Support communication infrastructure projects in substations, generation facilities, operations centers, service centers, and other company facilities.
Assist with WAN, LAN, SCADA, radio, microwave, security, and utility communication infrastructure deployments.
Coordinate work with engineers, communication technicians, contractors, and project managers.
Perform site surveys and evaluate infrastructure requirements.
Testing and Documentation

Testing and Documentation

Perform certification testing of installed infrastructure.
Maintain accurate as-built drawings, records, test documentation, and system inventories.
Document deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
Ensure all installations meet company quality and workmanship standards.
Safety and Compliance

Safety and Compliance

Follow all company safety procedures and utility work practices.
Participate in job hazard assessments and safety briefings.
Maintain qualified worker status and required certifications.
Ensure all work is completed in a safe, neat, and workmanlike manner.

Nice To Have

BICSI Installer 2 Copper
BICSI Installer 2 Optical Fiber
BICSI RCDD
FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician

Education

High School Diploma or GED required.
Technical school, apprenticeship, or vocational training required.

Experience

Minimum 5 years of electrical construction, telecommunications, structured cabling, or related field experience.
Experience with both copper and fiber optic communications systems.
Experience reading electrical and telecommunications drawings.