Low Voltage Technician (DAS)

TEKsystems; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking a hands-on low-voltage technician to support installation and maintenance of in-building wireless systems across commercial, healthcare, government, educational, and transportation environments in the Manassas, VA area. You will work on coaxial, fiber, and structured cabling, under a Lead Technician, on a field-based team.

This contract-to-hire role offers early start times, overtime, and local travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience with low-voltage cable installation.
• Experience installing and supporting coaxial, fiber optic, and structured cabling systems.
• Experience with rack-and-stack, cable dressing, labeling, and terminations.
• Familiarity with testing and troubleshooting low-voltage systems.
• Ability to read and follow installation standards and project requirements.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Reliable, dependable, and eager to learn new technologies and skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Technicians with wireless and low-voltage installation projects.
• Install, route, secure, dress, and label coaxial, fiber optic, and Cat5e/Cat6 cabling.
• Perform rack-and-stack activities, cable management, and equipment installation.
• Support testing and troubleshooting of wireless, coaxial, and fiber systems.
• Utilize hand and power tools to complete installation tasks.
• Maintain professional interactions with customers and project stakeholders on-site.
• Work in a variety of environments, including hospitals, schools, office buildings, stadiums, transportation facilities, government sites, and multi-family residential properties.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Deliver quality workmanship while meeting project timelines and customer expectations.

Skills

Low-voltage cabling

Coaxial cabling

Fiber optic cabling

Structured cabling

Rack-and-stack

Cable dressing

Labeling

Customer service

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

This position supports the installation, maintenance, and upgrade of in-building wireless systems across a variety of commercial, healthcare, government, educational, transportation, and public safety environments. Projects involve wireless infrastructure, cable installation, testing, troubleshooting, and customer-facing field support.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Technicians with wireless and low-voltage installation projects.
• Install, route, secure, dress, and label coaxial, fiber optic, and Cat5e/Cat6 cabling.
• Perform rack-and-stack activities, cable management, and equipment installation.
• Support testing and troubleshooting of wireless, coaxial, and fiber systems.
• Utilize hand and power tools to complete installation tasks.
• Maintain professional interactions with customers and project stakeholders on-site.
• Work in a variety of environments, including hospitals, schools, office buildings, stadiums, transportation facilities, government sites, and multi-family residential properties.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Deliver quality workmanship while meeting project timelines and customer expectations.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience with low-voltage cable installation.
• Experience installing and supporting coaxial, fiber optic, and structured cabling systems.
• Experience with rack-and-stack, cable dressing, labeling, and terminations.
• Familiarity with testing and troubleshooting low-voltage systems.
• Ability to read and follow installation standards and project requirements.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Reliable, dependable, and eager to learn new technologies and skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Distributed Antenna System (DAS) installation experience.
• Experience working with 1/2" coaxial cable.
• Familiarity with DAS manufacturers such as JMA, Corning, CommScope, SOLiD, ADRF, and MobileAccess.
• Experience performing DAS testing, including PIM and sweep testing.
• Advanced fiber optic testing and troubleshooting experience.

Work Environment

• Field-based position supporting projects throughout Northern Virginia, Washington, DC, and Maryland.
• Work is performed primarily in commercial, healthcare, government, transportation, and public safety environments.
• Regular use of ladders and elevated work areas.
• Team-oriented environment, typically working in crews of 2-3 technicians led by a Lead Technician.
• Monday-Friday schedule with typical start times between 5:00 AM and 8:00 AM and end times between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM, depending on project requirements.
• Overtime opportunities available, averaging approximately 10 hours per week.
• Occasional local travel and overnight stays may be required based on project schedules and job site locations.

Ideal Candidate

• Hands-on low-voltage technician with experience in coax, fiber, and structured cabling installations.
• Comfortable working in customer-facing environments and on active job sites.
• Motivated to learn wireless technologies and grow into more advanced installation and troubleshooting responsibilities.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and commitment to delivering high-quality installations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Manassas, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Manassas, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manassas,VA.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

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.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

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.