Onsite Low-Voltage Cabling Technician

Apex Systems; Alabama; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K with company match

ESPP (employee stock purchase program)

HSA

EAP with counseling sessions

Career development resources

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a hands-on Low Voltage Technician to support installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of structured cabling and low-voltage systems in Birmingham, AL. This onsite role suits technicians with telecom, cabling, security, or network infrastructure experience who enjoy field-based problem solving.

You will work with project teams to install and test CAT5e/6/6A and fiber, read blueprints, and ensure safety and code compliance on each site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience with low-voltage installations, structured cabling, telecommunications, electrical work, or network infrastructure.
• Proficiency in terminating and testing copper and fiber cabling; knowledge of TIA/EIA standards; ability to interpret drawings.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, label, and test Cat5e/6/6A and fiber cabling.
• Install/maintain CCTV, access control, fire alarms, and AV gear.
• Connect network switches, wireless gear, and related infra.
• Read blueprints, floor plans, and wiring diagrams.
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair low-voltage cabling and devices.
• Use cable testers, multimeters, hand tools, and diagnostic gear.
• Perform preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs.
• Keep installations clean, organized, labeled, and documented.
• Work with project managers, electricians, IT to stay on schedule.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.

Skills

Low-voltage cabling

Fiber testing

Copper testing

Interpreting schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cable testers

Multimeters

Job description

Everforth Apex Systems is seeking a hands-on Low Voltage Technician to support installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of structured cabling and low-voltage systems in Birmingham, AL. This onsite role suits technicians with telecom, cabling, security, or network infrastructure experience who enjoy field-based problem solving.

You will work with project teams to install and test CAT5e/6/6A and fiber, read blueprints, and ensure safety and code compliance on each site.