Traveling Low Voltage Data Technician I

Wachter, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly

Per-Diem for overnight travel

Travel time & mileage reimbursement

Paid vacation & holidays

Certification opportunities

401(k) and retirement savings

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. is seeking a Traveling Technician to coordinate daily tasks with the Foreman, operate 40ft+ lifts, and manage cable installations across large distribution centers. The role offers steady overtime and leadership opportunities on major builds nationwide.

Ideal candidates are self-motivated, reliable, and able to travel extensively. We provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and long-term employment with room for certification and career advancement.

Qualifications

• Some low-voltage, data cabling, or construction experience preferred.
• Williness to learn Cat6 and fiber termination standards.
• Comfortable working at height and in large warehouse environments.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Basic hand tools, PPE, and reliable transportation.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work 50-60 hour weeks.

Responsibilities

• Pull, route, and dress Cat6 and fiber cabling in large warehouse environments.
• Assist with paging, wireless/AP cabling, cameras, and access control cabling.
• Assist with terminations, labeling, and testing.
• Install basic cable supports such as J-hooks and innerduct.
• Work from ladders and lifts at height under supervision.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites.
• Follow Lead or Foreman direction and site safety requirements.

Skills

Low-voltage experience

Data cabling

Cat6 termination

Fiber termination

Team player

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Basic hand tools

PPE

Job description

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!

Traveling Technician (50-60 Hours/Week)

If you thrive in the fast-paced environment of 500k+ sq. ft. distribution centers and don't mind the travel, this is the role for you. We're looking for a hard-working Technician to coordinate daily tasks with the Foreman, operate 40ft+ lifts, and keep our installations on track. We offer steady OT and the chance to run crews on some of the biggest builds in the country.

We seek self-motivated and reliable technicians for service and special installation projects, who can work independently and find solutions to complete the job. Long-term employment with competitive pay and exceptional benefits for qualified candidates. We value relationships and invest in our employees.

Why Wachter?

• Full-time work
• Competitive Compensation based on experience
• Paid weekly
• Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required
• Drive time and mileage paid for use of personal vehicle when travel is required
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Opportunities for certification and career advancement
• Supportive team environment

Benefits Package: Company Paid!

• Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits
• Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• MD Live, TriaHealth, Legal Shield
• Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings

Qualifications:

• Some low-voltage, data cabling, or construction experience preferred
• Willingness to learn Cat6 and fiber termination standards
• Comfortable working at height and in large warehouse environments
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Basic hand tools, PPE, and reliable transportation
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Willingness to travel extensively and work 50-60 hour weeks

Key Responsibilities May Include:

• Pull, route, and dress Cat6 and fiber cabling in large warehouse environments
• Assist with paging, wireless/AP cabling, cameras, and access control cabling
• Assist with terminations, labeling, and testing
• Install basic cable supports such as J-hooks and innerduct
• Work from ladders and lifts at height under supervision
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites
• Follow Lead or Foreman direction and site safety requirements

$17 - $20 an hour

Pay is based on experience and qualifications.

About:

Wachter is a family-owned company since 1930 and we see each employee as a critical piece of the Wachter Family. With over 900 licenses across the country, Wachter serves commercial and industrial clients with the right technologies needed to keep them successful.

We design, install, and maintain the technologies that keep businesses operating efficiently. Our team of dedicated electricians, engineers, and technicians provides electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services to clients in numerous industries.

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.