Entry Level Low Voltage Technician - Knoxville

This client is seeking a motivated Entry-Level Low Voltage Technician to assist with the installation, testing, and servicing of life-safety, security, and communication systems. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in the low-voltage industry and receive hands-on technical training. The technician will work alongside experienced team members to learn the installation and troubleshooting of fire alarm, access control, CCTV/video surveillance, nurse call, and intercom systems, which are among the systems Gallaher technicians currently support.

Key Responsibilities Assist with installation of fire alarm, security, access control, CCTV, nurse call, and communication systems. Pull, route, terminate, label, and test low-voltage cabling. Assist with mounting cameras, card readers, devices, sensors, panels, and other system components. Learn basic point-to-point troubleshooting and system testing. Use hand tools, power tools, meters, testers, and basic computer software. Read and follow basic drawings, floor plans, wiring diagrams, and installation documents.

Maintain clean and organized jobsites. Communicate job progress or issues to the lead technician or project manager. Follow company and jobsite safety requirements. Learn proper system commissioning, testing, and documentation procedures. Travel to customer jobsites as assigned. Perform other installation and service duties as skills develop.

• Coachable
• Technical aptitude
• Reliable
• Hand tools
• Cat6
• Cat5
• Install
• Cabling
• Punchdown
• Low voltage
• Cctv
• Cable
• Installation
• Access control
• Security

• Coachable
• Technical aptitude
• Reliable
• Hand tools

• Basic understanding of CAT5e/CAT6 cabling
• Experience terminating RJ45 or other low-voltage connections
• Basic networking knowledge such as IP addresses, switches, and PoE
• Previous construction or field-service experience
• Experience using drills and common hand tools
• OSHA 10
• Familiarity with fire alarm or security equipment
• Basic electrical knowledge
• Trade school, technical school, or electronics coursework
• NICET interest or entry-level certification

Entry Level

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Alcoa, TN.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Alcoa,TN.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are…