Traveling Low-Voltage Technician: Security Systems

CRV Surveillance; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CRV Surveillance is seeking a dependable Low Voltage Technician to join our field team. You will install, service, troubleshoot, and maintain low-voltage systems across multiple project sites, including access control and surveillance components.

You will travel regularly to project locations, read drawings, and document work while adhering to safety standards. The role requires hands-on experience, good communication, and flexibility for overtime when needed.

Qualifications

• Low-voltage installation or service experience preferred.
• Experience with security, access control, surveillance, structured cabling, fire alarm, or similar systems is highly preferred.
• Ability to terminate and test low-voltage cabling.
• Ability to troubleshoot installation and equipment issues in the field.
• Ability to read basic drawings, schematics, and project documentation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work with limited supervision.
• Willing and able to travel frequently.
• Willing to work occasional overtime, evenings, or weekends when project schedules require it.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, test, troubleshoot, and service low-voltage cabling and equipment.
• Perform structured cabling installations, including Cat5e, Cat6, fiber, and related infrastructure.
• Install and service systems such as access control and fire alarm (where licensed/certified).
• Read and follow project drawings, plans, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Properly label, test, document, and maintain installed systems.
• Use hand tools, power tools, ladders, and lifts safely.
• Travel to job sites as required, including overnight travel.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Dependable

Organized

Willing to travel

Tools

Hand tools

Ladders

Test equipment

Job description

CRV Surveillance is seeking a dependable Low Voltage Technician to join our field team. You will install, service, troubleshoot, and maintain low-voltage systems across multiple project sites, including access control and surveillance components.

You will travel regularly to project locations, read drawings, and document work while adhering to safety standards. The role requires hands-on experience, good communication, and flexibility for overtime when needed.