Low Voltage Technician

Position Summary

The Low Voltage Technician is responsible for installing, terminating, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining low-voltage systems across commercial facilities. This role supports field installation activities involving structured cabling, building automation systems (BAS), access control, security systems, communications infrastructure, and related low-voltage technologies. The Low Voltage Technician ensures installations meet project specifications, applicable codes, safety standards, and quality expectations while coordinating with project managers, other trades, and customers to support successful project completion.

Must be flexible to work some night shifts as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, label, test, and troubleshoot low-voltage cabling and systems in commercial buildings.
• Install and support structured cabling infrastructure, including Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A, fiber optics, patch panels, racks, cable trays, and related components.
• Install, configure, and support low-voltage systems, including building automation systems (BAS), access control, security, surveillance, intercom, and communications systems, as applicable to project requirements.
• Assist with the installation and connection of HVAC control wiring, sensors, actuators, controllers, thermostats, and other low-voltage control devices.
• Read and interpret blueprints, floor plans, riser diagrams, wiring diagrams, shop drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Route, pull, support, and secure low-voltage cabling through ceilings, walls, conduits, cable trays, and other designated pathways.
• Perform cable testing, continuity testing, device verification, labeling, and quality control inspections to ensure proper system operation.
• Assist with device installation, controller wiring, system integration, and basic configuration or programming as required by project scope.
• Identify and report installation issues, damaged materials, discrepancies in drawings, and potential design or coordination conflicts.
• Coordinate daily field activities with project managers, supervisors, general contractors, electricians, and other trades to maintain project schedules.
• Provide field guidance and technical support to other technicians, ensuring work is completed safely and in accordance with project requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of installations, cable identification, test results, materials used, labor hours, and project progress.
• Complete and update electronic work orders, time entries, and project documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain professional communication with customers and site representatives regarding installation progress, system functionality, and project requirements.
• Follow applicable safety procedures, building codes, industry standards, and company installation practices.
• Maintain tools, testing equipment, materials, and vehicles in good working condition.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Ensures Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned work, follows through on commitments, maintains accurate documentation, and ensures installations meet quality and safety requirements.

Customer Focus: Understands customer and project requirements, communicates professionally, and supports the delivery of reliable, high-quality low-voltage systems.

Action Oriented: Takes initiative, identifies and resolves field installation challenges, and maintains a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

Technical Problem-Solving: Uses technical knowledge and testing equipment to identify cabling, wiring, connectivity, and installation issues and implement effective solutions.

Teamwork and Leadership: Provides direction and support to field technicians, coordinates work activities, and promotes collaboration, productivity, and accountability on job sites.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of combined experience in commercial low-voltage installation, structured cabling, building automation systems, access control, security systems, telecommunications, or related fields. Completion of an accredited low-voltage, telecommunications, electrical, or controls training program is preferred.

Candidates should have demonstrated experience installing, terminating, testing, and troubleshooting low-voltage cabling and devices in commercial environments. Experience with structured cabling systems, network infrastructure, cable pathways, patch panels, racks, fiber optics, and low-voltage wiring practices is highly valued.

Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS), HVAC controls, access control, CCTV, security systems, and related technologies is beneficial. Experience with control wiring, sensors, actuators, controllers, and device connectivity is also preferred.

The ideal candidate will be able to read and interpret construction drawings, wiring diagrams, floor plans, specifications, and installation documentation. Experience using cable certifiers, network cable testers, multimeters, tone generators, and other low-voltage testing equipment is highly valued.

Candidates must be capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently, organizing materials, maintaining an orderly job site, and coordinating field activities to meet project schedules. A valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record are required for travel to various commercial job sites.

Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, along with proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, cable-pulling equipment, termination tools, and other standard low-voltage installation equipment. A working knowledge of applicable low-voltage codes, industry standards, and job site safety requirements is essential.

Language/Interpersonal/Leadership Skills

The successful candidate must possess strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with project managers, supervisors, customers, general contractors, and other trades.

The candidate must be able to read and interpret technical documents, including construction drawings, wiring diagrams, equipment instructions, installation specifications, safety rules, and procedure manuals. The ability to coordinate field activities, provide technical guidance to other technicians, identify installation issues, and communicate project status effectively is essential.

Mathematical Skills

Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, are required. The ability to take measurements, calculate cable lengths, interpret dimensions, and understand basic electrical and cabling measurements is essential.

Computer Skills

This position requires familiarity with basic computer applications, mobile devices, electronic time entry systems, and project documentation platforms. Experience with digital construction drawings, electronic work orders, cable testing software, network configuration tools, or building automation interfaces is preferred.

Technicians may be required to use tablets, laptops, or smartphones to access project drawings, review installation details, document progress, enter labor hours, record test results, and communicate with project management.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this field-based position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb ladders, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl throughout the workday, including working above ceilings, in equipment rooms, and in other commercial construction environments. The role requires frequent use of hands and arms to pull, route, terminate, and secure cabling and to handle tools, materials, and equipment.

The employee must regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift heavier items with assistance. The position may require working from ladders or lifts, accessing elevated work areas, and working in indoor or outdoor environments with varying temperatures and conditions.