Traveling Data Cabling Tech II - Lead Crews, OT & Per-Diem

Wachter, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision

Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

MD Live, TriaHealth, Legal Shield

Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA

Job summary

Wachter is seeking a Traveling Technician to support large distribution centers with travel. You will lead small crews, install and test Cat6 and fiber, and coordinate daily tasks with the Foreman. Expect 50–60 hour weeks and steady overtime.

Pay is $20–$24 per hour with weekly pay and per-diem when overnight travel is required. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for certification and advancement.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of low-voltage or data cabling experience
• Strong Cat6 and fiber termination and testing skills
• Experience with paging, wireless/AP cabling, CCTV, and access control cabling
• Ability to read prints and work with minimal supervision
• Comfortable working at height and in large warehouse environments
• Ability to work independently or support small crews
• Proficient with smartphones, email, and basic spreadsheets
• Basic telecommunications tools, PPE, and reliable transportation
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Willingness to travel extensively and work 50-60 hour weeks

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and test Cat6 and fiber (single-mode and multi-mode) cabling
• Perform paging, wireless/AP cabling, CCTV, and access control cabling
• Lead and support small crews of 2-4 technicians as a working lead when assigned
• Build and dress MDFs, IDFs, racks, patch panels, and cable management
• Install cable pathways including J-hooks, ladder rack, innerduct, and tray
• Operate boom and scissor lifts (40+ ft work)
• Troubleshoot cabling and system issues
• Ensure cables are neatly dressed, labeled, and installed per standards
• Provide daily progress updates to the Lead or Foreman
• Follow all safety, quality, and site requirements

Skills

Low-voltage cabling

Cat6 termination

Fiber termination

CCTV/access control cabling

Read prints/blueprints

Travel readiness

Work at height

Team leadership

Smartphone proficiency

Valid driver's license

Independent work reliability

Job description

Wachter is seeking a Traveling Technician to support large distribution centers with travel. You will lead small crews, install and test Cat6 and fiber, and coordinate daily tasks with the Foreman. Expect 50–60 hour weeks and steady overtime.

Pay is $20–$24 per hour with weekly pay and per-diem when overnight travel is required. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for certification and advancement.