Traveling Low-Voltage Lead Technician: Data Cabling

Manatal; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manatal is hiring a Low Voltage Lead Project Technician to support data, voice, video, and access control projects across the United States. This role requires extensive fieldwork, troubleshooting, and installation of low-voltage systems with travel up to 95%.

You will read blueprints, install structured cabling, and collaborate with teams of 4 to 20 technicians while maintaining safety and quality on all sites. Strong communication and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Cable or Low Voltage Technician.
• Willingness to travel up to 95% nationwide.
• Strong understanding of industry standards (BICSI, NEC, TIA/EIA).
• Industry certifications (BICSI, Systimax, Panduit, Belden, Corning) preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, site maps, and technical drawings.
• Experience with CCTV, voice, and data cabling is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead or work within teams of 4 to 20 technicians.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights exceeding 40 feet.
• Experience operating boom or scissor lifts.
• Possession of basic telecom tools, PPE, and reliable transportation.
• Knowledge of conduit installation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, and troubleshoot structured cabling systems and low-voltage infrastructure.
• Run low-voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling through walls and performing limited conduit work.
• Ensure cables are properly tied, labeled, and bundled to meet safety and quality standards.
• Install cable support structures such as j-hooks, racks, and innerduct.
• Conduct system tests and inspections to verify proper operation and compliance.
• Troubleshoot network or cabling issues to ensure optimal system performance.
• Repair and maintain cable poles and towers when required.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and maintain professional communication with clients and supervisors.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by project management.
• Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and professionalism on all job sites.

Skills

Low Voltage Experience

Field Installation

Blueprint Reading

Team Leadership

Willingness to Travel

Tools

Telecom Tools

PPE

Boom/Scissor Lifts

Conduit and Cable Tools

Job description

Manatal is hiring a Low Voltage Lead Project Technician to support data, voice, video, and access control projects across the United States. This role requires extensive fieldwork, troubleshooting, and installation of low-voltage systems with travel up to 95%.

You will read blueprints, install structured cabling, and collaborate with teams of 4 to 20 technicians while maintaining safety and quality on all sites. Strong communication and problem-solving are essential.