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Low Voltage/Access Control Lead Project Technician

wachterNewark, NJ
Posted Sep 28 · Last Verified Sep 28
Full-timelow voltage and telecomsecurity systemselectrician

Quick Summary

Low voltage/access control lead project technician for nationwide commercial installation and maintenance projects requiring 95% travel.

Skills & Keywords

low voltage cablingaccess controlEST licensedata cable installation

Responsibilities:

  • Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various cabling infrastructure.
  • Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work.
  • Ensuring all cables are neatly tied and bundled according to safety regulations.
  • Installing of cable support structures such as j-hooks, cable racks, and innerduct.
  • Repairing cable poles and towers.
  • Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed cables systems and component devices are operational.
  • Troubleshoot issues with the cable network.
  • Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign.
  • Maintain the company’s high standard of quality and professionalism with regards to workmanship, customer relations, coworkers, behavior, and appearance.
  • Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by Wachter, our customers, or OSHA.

Requirements:

  • Electronic Security Technician License (EST) required.
  • Experience as a Data Cable Technician.
  • Available for extensive travel nationwide.
  • Strong knowledge of industry standards (BICSI, NEC, TIA/EIA).
  • Industry-specific certifications (BICSI, Systimax, Panduit, Beldon, Corning) are a huge plus.
  • Capable of reading blueprints and site maps.
  • Experience in CCTV, voice, and data cabling is a plus.
  • Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written.
  • Must be comfortable working unsupervised and also effectively communicating and collaborating with teams of 4 to 20 other technicians.
  • Knowledgeable in identifying independent colors and learning color codes.
  • Ability to work in cramped spaces.
  • Ability to operate a BOOM or scissor lift; and ability to work at heights, of 40 plus feet.
  • Has basic telecommunication tools, PPE, and reliable transportation.
  • Must have knowledge of cabling infrastructure.
  • Experience in conduit installation is a plus.
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years.

Compensation & Benefits

Total rewards package

Benefits included

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Transportation

About

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.

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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.

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About wachter

Wachter is a family-owned electrical services company that designs, installs, and maintains electrical, data, security, communications, and automation technologies for commercial and industrial clients.

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