Traveling Low Voltage Lead Technician- Elite Camera-Automation Team

Elite Data Cable Technician

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

Are you ready to join an elite tier of technicians?

Wachter is seeking an Elite Data Cable Technician to join our premier low-voltage team on a long-term project involving advanced robotics and cutting-edge conveyor systems. This is a unique opportunity for a "road warrior" to join an exclusive group of techniciansif you have the drive, we will even pay for your climbing school, certification, and gear.

We seek self-motivated and reliable technicians 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.

Benefits Package: Company Paid!

• Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits
• Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings
• Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required.
• Drive time and mileage paid for use of a personal vehicle when travel is required.

What Makes This Role Elite?

• Unique Challenges: Perform precision boom lift maneuvering and voluntary vertical steel structure climbing.
• Advanced Environment: Work daily alongside advanced robotics and next-gen conveyor systems.
• Exclusive Status: Join a small, specialized group of climbers within Wachter's elite low-voltage division.
• Paid Training: For the right candidate, Wachter covers the cost of climbing school, certifications, and high-end climbing gear.

Core Responsibilities:

• Precision Installation: Install structured cabling (CAT5e and Fiber Optic) with extreme neatness and adherence to bundling safety regulations.
• High-Altitude Maneuvering: Expertly operate boom and scissor lifts to reach tight areas and heights.
• On-the-Job Learning: Expand your skills with OJT for CCTV, IP Video, Physical Access Control, and Wireless LAN infrastructure.
• Collaboration: Work in harmony with multiple trades to meet tight timelines and project scopes.
• Safety First: Strictly adhere to Wachter, customer, and OSHA safety standards.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Technical Expertise: Proven experience with CAT5e, fiber optics, and networking.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with NEC, TIA/EIA, and BICSI standards. (Certs like Systimax, Panduit, or Corning are a huge plus!)
• Field Skills: Ability to read blueprints/site maps; conduit installation experience is a plus.
• Soft Skills: Strong people skills and the ability to thrive under tight deadlines.
• Tools & Mobility: You own basic telecom tools/PPE and have reliable transportation.

Schedule and Travel Requirements:

• Road Warrior Spirit: Must be available for extensive travel (68 weeks at a time).
• Ultimate Flexibility: Willing to work on-call, early mornings, nights, and weekends as project requirements shift.
• Driving Record: Valid driver's license with a clean record (no DUI/DWI within the last 3 years).

$23 - $30 an hour Based on qualifications and experience.