Travel Technician
About The Position
This is a contract position for a Travel Technician responsible for installing and commissioning access control infrastructure at customer locations. The project duration is from September to December, with a schedule of Sunday - Thursday, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Technicians will be expected to travel 100% for the duration of the project. Each installation team will consist of a Licensed/Experienced Electrician and a Low Voltage/Data Technician, working together to install and commission access control infrastructure. The project involves both electrical and low-voltage cabling work to support a new network-based access control system. Work will be performed during scheduled daytime construction/installation windows and will require adherence to site safety requirements, quality standards, and project timelines.
Requirements
- Commercial electrical installation experience.
- Experience with EMT conduit installation and routing.
- Knowledge of electrical code requirements and safety procedures.
- Ability to work from prints, drawings, and installation documentation.
- Experience with structured cabling installations.
- Proficiency terminating and testing CAT5e/CAT6 cabling.
- Understanding of low-voltage installation best practices.
- Ability to read floor plans, wiring diagrams, and project documentation.
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts (7 AM - 7 PM).
- Available Sunday through Thursday throughout project duration.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work on ladders and lifts as required.
- Must possess basic hand tools appropriate for their trade.
- Ability to pass any site-specific background screening or safety requirements.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with access control or security systems preferred.
- Familiarity with network-based access control systems preferred.
Responsibilities
- Installing and terminating high-voltage power circuits to designated power supply locations.
- Mounting and wiring Altronix power supplies and backup power components.
- Installing EMT conduit systems, including bends, connectors, couplings, supports, and straps.
- Installing junction boxes and pull boxes as required by site conditions.
- Ensuring compliance with NEC, local electrical codes, and customer standards.
- Verifying proper grounding and power distribution for access control equipment.
- Coordinating closely with the Data Technician during equipment installation and testing.
- Performing troubleshooting and corrective actions related to electrical infrastructure.
- Installation and termination of CAT5e network cable.
- RJ45 connector termination and cable certification/testing.
- Mounting and connecting Axis A1210-B Network Door Controllers.
- Installing and terminating Illuminated NFC Tap Point Assemblies.
- Labeling, dressing, and organizing structured cabling.
- Testing network connectivity and device communications.
- Assisting with controller commissioning and system verification.
- Maintaining installation quality standards and documentation.
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
