Lead Low - Voltage / Telecom Technician

Lead Low-Voltage / Telecom Technician Structured Cabling, Verkada Cameras & Access Control Position Summary Advantage Technology is seeking an experienced Lead Low-Voltage / Telecom Technician to join our growing team in Frederick, Maryland. This position will support commercial structured cabling, telecom, Verkada camera systems, access control, wireless access points, network infrastructure, and other low‑voltage technology projects. This is a hands‑on field leadership role. We are looking for someone who can do more than pull cable. The right candidate can run jobs, lead helpers, communicate professionally with customers, complete clean installations, and make sure projects are finished correctly, documented properly, and ready for closeout. The ideal candidate has strong commercial cabling experience, understands jobsite standards, takes pride in clean work, and can help deliver projects on time. Key Responsibilities Structured Cabling & Low-Voltage Installation Install, route, terminate, test, and label Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, fiber, coax, and other low‑voltage cabling. Install cable pathways, J‑hooks, ladder rack, conduit, raceway, sleeves, cable tray, and support systems. Build out telecom rooms, racks, patch panels, network closets, and cable management. Install wireless access points, network drops, wall plates, faceplates, and related infrastructure. Follow proper standards for cable routing, bend radius, labeling, testing, and documentation. Troubleshoot cabling issues, failed tests, connectivity problems, and physical‑layer issues. Cameras, Verkada & Access Control Install Verkada cameras, access control hardware, door controllers, card readers, door contacts, request‑to‑exit devices, intercoms, and related equipment. Mount cameras and devices cleanly and securely in commercial environments. Assist with camera aiming, basic configuration, testing, and final walkthroughs. Install cabling and hardware for doors, cameras, alarms, intercoms, and other security‑related systems. Understand basic network requirements for IP cameras, cloud‑managed security systems, PoE devices, wireless access points, and access control equipment. Jobsite Leadership Lead small field crews and help direct helpers or junior technicians. Review project scope, drawings, cable schedules, and project notes before and during jobs. Communicate with project managers, sales engineers, customers, vendors, and internal teams. Identify missing materials, change‑order needs, jobsite obstacles, and project risks. Keep helpers productive and make sure work is completed safely and professionally. Maintain a clean jobsite and represent Advantage Technology well at customer locations. Documentation & Project Closeout Label cables, patch panels, ports, racks, cameras, doors, and access control devices. Complete test results, photos, redlines, as‑built drawings, and closeout notes. Track time, materials, job progress, punch‑list items, and customer requests. Report incomplete work, issues, or follow‑up needs to the project manager. Help ensure projects are properly documented and ready for billing. Required Qualifications 10+ years of commercial structured cabling, telecom, low‑voltage, security, or network infrastructure experience. BICSI certification required. Experience installing, terminating, testing, and labeling Cat6/Cat6A cabling. Experience mounting cameras, access points, racks, patch panels, and low‑voltage hardware. Experience leading helpers, junior technicians, or small field crews. Ability to read basic floor plans, scopes of work, cable schedules, and project notes. Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, ceilings, walls, rooftops, and commercial jobsites. Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and perform physical field work. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Professional communication skills and a strong customer‑service mindset. Preferred Qualifications Verkada camera or access control experience. Verkada certification or willingness to complete Verkada training. Fiber termination and testing experience. Experience with Fluke or similar cable testing/certification tools. OSHA10, lift certification, or other jobsite safety training. Basic networking knowledge, including switches, PoE, VLANs, IP addressing, and wireless access points. Experience working in schools, government facilities, medical offices, warehouses, retail, office buildings, or other commercial environments. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is dependable, professional, organized, and takes pride in doing clean work. This person can lead from the front, keep helpers productive, communicate with customers, solve field problems, and make sure the job is completed correctly. We want someone who understands that labeling, testing, documentation, cleanup, and customer communication matter just as much as the installation itself. Compensation Pay is based on experience, certifications, and ability to independently lead commercial low‑voltage projects. Estimated range: $65,000 – $95,000 annually Highly experienced foreman‑level candidates with strong structured cabling, access control, Verkada, fiber, and project leadership experience may be considered at the higher end of the range. Benefits Growing technology company with a strong regional presence. Steady commercial project work. Opportunity to work on structured cabling, Verkada, access control, networking, and security projects. Professional team environment. Training opportunities, including Verkada, OSHA, lift certification, fiber, and manufacturer‑specific training. Opportunity to lead projects and help grow our Frederick field team. #J-18808-Ljbffr