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Traveling Lead TechnicianWachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!We are seeking a hardworking Traveling Lead Technician specialized in Supply Chain Infrastructure. If you thrive in fast-paced warehouse environments, this role is for you. You will coordinate daily tasks with the Foreman, operate high lifts, and keep our industrial installations on track. This is a fully hands-on role with the opportunity to lead crews of 2–4 technicians.We seek self-motivated and reliable technicians for service and special installation projects, 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.Why Wachter?Full-time workCompetitive Compensation based on experiencePaid weeklyPer-Diem paid when overnight travel is requiredCompany vehicle provided, in some cases, after initial 2-4 weeks of employmentDrive time and mileage paid for use of personal vehicle when travel is requiredPaid Vacation and HolidaysOpportunities for certification and career advancementSupportive team environmentBenefits Package - Company Paid!Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision BenefitsLife, AD&D, and LTD insurancePaid Vacation and HolidayCompany-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement SavingsKey ResponsibilitiesLead Teams: Serve as the primary working lead for small crews.Direct Work: Provide daily task direction and technical guidance.Install Cabling: Remain fully hands-on with Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber.Manage Infrastructure: Oversee paging, wireless/AP, CCTV, and access control.Coordinate Tasks: Plan daily work schedules directly with the Foreman.Operate Lifts: Safely operate 40ft+ boom and scissor lifts.Read Blueprints: Interpret prints and plan efficient cable pathways.Build Closets: Support large-scale MDF/IDF closet buildouts.Install Supports: Set up J-hooks, ladder racks, innerduct, and trays.Dress & Label: Ensure all cabling is neatly organized and labeled.Organize Site: Assist with material staging and jobsite organization.Troubleshoot Issues: Identify and fix cabling and system problems.Report Progress: Provide daily progress updates to the Foreman.Enforce Safety: Maintain strict safety and quality standards on-site.Job RequirementsExperience: 3–5+ years of low-voltage or data cabling.Leadership: Proven experience as a Lead Tech or Crew Lead.Technical Skills: Strong Cat6 and fiber termination and testing.Systems Knowledge: Experience with paging, CCTV, and access control.Blueprint Reading: Ability to read and interpret site blueprints.Heights: Comfortable working at height in large warehouses.Tech Savvy: Proficient with smartphones, email, and basic spreadsheets.Tools & Gear: Must have basic telecom tools and standard PPE.Transport: Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.Background: Clean driving record required for travel.Flexibility: Willingness to travel and work 50–60 hours weekly.$24 - $30 an hour Pay is based on experience and qualifications.Wachter is a family-owned company since 1930 and we see each employee as a critical piece of the Wachter Family. With over 900 licenses across the country, Wachter serves commercial and industrial clients with the right technologies needed to keep them successful.We design, install, and maintain the technologies that keep businesses operating efficiently. Our team of dedicated electricians, engineers, and technicians provides electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services to clients in numerous industries.We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.