Travel Cable Technician

Davita Inc.; Illinois City (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wachter Inc. is seeking Cable Technicians for a traveling position centered around installing Wireless Access Points in Walmart stores nationwide. The role involves working overnight, requiring expertise in cable installation and troubleshooting, while providing competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Transportation benefits

PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Experience in structured cabling (CAT5/CAT6).
• Fiber optic experience (pulling, terminating).
• Ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Pull, terminate, and troubleshoot CAT5/CAT6 cables.
• Install and terminate fiber optic cables.
• Run cables from network switches to AP locations.

Skills

Cat6

Cat5

Wireless access point

Cable installation

Termination testing

Troubleshooting

Job description

*THIS IS A TRAVELING POSITION*
*Description*
Job Summary:
Wachter Inc. is hiring Cable Technicians to support the installation of Wireless Access Points (WAPs) inside Walmart stores across the country. This project requires two technician teams, working overnight shifts (10 hours per night) for 2-3 days per store. The ideal candidates will have experience in CAT5/CAT6 cable installation, fiber optic termination, and troubleshooting network infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
Pull, terminate, and troubleshoot CAT5/CAT6 cables.
Install and terminate fiber optic cables, including connector placement.
Run cables from network switches to AP locations.
Mount and secure Wireless Access Points (APs) and external omni antennas.
Install and paint conduit as needed.
Perform connectivity testing and troubleshooting.
Work on lifts (40'+) to install equipment at height.
Maintain documentation and follow installation standards.
This is a 100% traveling position, technicians will be given a van or rental vehicle and will be paid drive time.
*Skills*
Cat6, Cat5, Wireless access point, Wap, Install, Cable installation, termination testing, Punchdown, Low voltage, Cabling, Structured cabling, Installation, Rack and stack
*Top Skills Details*
Cat6,Cat5,Wireless access point,Wap,Install,Cable installation,termination testing
*Additional Skills & Qualifications*
Qualifications & Skills:
Experience in structured cabling (CAT5/CAT6 pulls, terminations, troubleshooting).
Fiber optic experience (pulling, terminating, connector installation).
Ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
Comfortable working on lifts and at heights.
Must have basic hand tools for cable installation.
Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.
Willingness to travel nationwide 2-3 months at a time and work overnight shifts.
*Experience Level*
Intermediate Level
*Pay and Benefits*
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/hr.
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)
*Workplace Type*
This is a fully onsite position in Illinois City,IL.
*Application Deadline*
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 13, 2025.
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