Low Voltage Project Technician

Wachter•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•$23 - $33

About The Position

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path! Wachter is accepting applications for Low Voltage Project Technicians for service and project work in Louisiana. This position is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, and repairing structured cabling systems in various environments. This full-time position requires travel and a willingness to learn and help in other structured cabling environments if needed. 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--No premium cost! Life, AD&D and LTD insurance Paid Vacation and Holidays MD Live, TriaHealth, Legal, and Identity Theft Monitoring 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. Company vehicle could be provided after initial employment.

Requirements

Experience as a Data Cable Technician.
Strong background in installing and troubleshooting structured cabling systems in retail environments.
Must hold a current valid State required license(s) for low voltage/burglar alarm/fire alarm/security/CCTV.
Available for extensive travel.
Flexible and willing to work on-call, day or night shifts as the jobs require.
Experience reading blueprints and site maps.
Knowledgeable in identifying independent colors and learning color codes.
Ability to work in cramped spaces.
Experience working with Copper and Fiber.
Ability to operate a BOOM or scissor lift, and ability to work at heights.
Has PPE, basic telecommunication tools, and hand tools.
Reliable transportation with required insurance coverage.
Must have knowledge of cabling infrastructure.
Great communication skills; verbal and written.
Excellent customer relationship skills.
Highly proficient with the use of email, spreadsheets, and the ability to learn internal systems.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years.

Nice To Haves

Experience in CCTV, Voice, and Fire Alarm cabling is a plus.
Experience in conduit installation is a plus.
Technicians with experience in CCTV, voice, and data cabling are encouraged to apply.

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.
Assist with pre-installation opportunities by designing and planning technical solutions
Installing of cable support structures such as j-hooks, cable racks, and innerduct.
Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed cable systems and component devices are operational.
Troubleshoot issues with cable networks.
Ensure electrical systems meet local, county, state, or federal codes; legal and/or insurance requirements.
Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by Wachter, our customers, or OSHA.
Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits--No premium cost!
Life, AD&D and LTD insurance
Paid Vacation and Holidays
MD Live, TriaHealth, Legal, and Identity Theft Monitoring
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.
Company vehicle could be provided after initial employment.

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