Traveling Data Cabling Tech II — Lead Installations

Wachter, Inc.; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) and IRA retirement saving

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. is seeking a Traveling Technician to service large distribution centers nationwide. The role involves coordinating daily tasks, installing and testing Cat6 and fiber cabling, paging, wireless AP cabling, CCTV, and access control cabling while traveling 50-60 hours per week.

You will lead small crews, work at height, and ensure installations meet standards. Competitive pay, weekly pay, and opportunities for certification accompany long-term employment.

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.
• Proficient with smartphones, email, and basic spreadsheets.
• 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 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).
• 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

Fiber termination

CCTV cabling

Access control cabling

Reading prints

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Tools

Cat6 testing

Fiber testing

Paging cabling

Wireless/AP cabling

Job description

Wachter, Inc. is seeking a Traveling Technician to service large distribution centers nationwide. The role involves coordinating daily tasks, installing and testing Cat6 and fiber cabling, paging, wireless AP cabling, CCTV, and access control cabling while traveling 50-60 hours per week.

You will lead small crews, work at height, and ensure installations meet standards. Competitive pay, weekly pay, and opportunities for certification accompany long-term employment.