Low Voltage Technician

TEKsystems
$24.00 - $27.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, Santa Barbara
May 08, 2025
Low Voltage Cabling Technician - Santa Barbara Description: Reporting to the Infrastructure Manager, the Lead Cabling Technician installs, maintains, and troubleshoots CAT6, single-mode, and multi-mode fiber. The Lead Cabling Technician works directly with the project manager, estimators, and customers to review work orders, project scope, and any other requirements. The incumbent should be knowledgeable about telecommunications standards and able to understand customer needs to provide recommendations. The Technician will consistently provide clear and concise communication via email and phone to the project manager and/or job lead. The chosen candidate will demonstrate exceptional communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a high sense of urgency throughout the project. Job Duties: * Meeting with customers, reviewing project scope and individual tasks. * Pulling, installing, and supporting CAT 5e/CAT6 cable. * Pulling, installing, and supporting innerduct with fiber. * Terminating, testing, and labeling CAT5e, CAT6, and single/multi-mode fiber. * Building out complete IDF/DMF, including installing racks, cabinets, and ladder racking. * Dressing cables and installing fiber channel trays. * Installing grounding and bonding, including TMGB bars. * Drilling, including the use of hammer and core drills; cutting ceiling tiles. * Penetrating firewalls, installing UL-approved fire penetration solutions, including fire sleeves and fire stops. * Creating detailed as-built documentation of the complete job. * Testing and certifying installed cables, including copper and fiber. * Installing and configuring security cameras. Skills: * CAT6, CAT5, cable installation, punchdown, install, structured cabling, cable tech, low voltage Additional Skills & Qualifications: * 2 years of experience as a Lead Cabling Technician. * Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the trade. * Knowledge of Fluke test equipment. * Ability to follow directions and resolve problems. * Exceptional oral and written communication skills. * Must be reliable, dependable, self-motivated, and willing to learn and contribute to the development of a successful Infrastructure Service team. * Ability to work out of town, weekends, and holidays as required. * Ability to read and understand construction floorplans. * Able to effectively communicate with clients, peers, managers, and product manufacturers via email and phone. * Ability to work closely with peers and the Project Manager. Experience Level: * Intermediate Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Santa Barbara,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 2025. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.