Traveling Lead Technician - Scale Infrastructure Projects

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!

If you thrive in the fast-paced environment of 500k+ sq. ft. distribution centers and don’t mind the travel, this is the role for you. We’re looking for a hard-working Lead Technician to coordinate daily tasks with the Foreman, operate 40ft+ lifts, and keep our installations on track. We offer steady OT and the chance to run crews on some of the biggest builds in the country.

We seek self-motivated and reliable technicians for service and special installation projects, 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.

• Competitive Compensation based on experience
• Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required
• Company vehicle provided, in some cases, after initial 2-4 weeks of employment
• Drive time and mileage paid for use of personal vehicle when travel is required
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Opportunities for certification and career advancement
• Supportive team environment

Benefits Package - Company Paid!

• Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holiday
• Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings

Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years of low-voltage or data cabling experience
• Proven experience acting as a Lead Technician or Crew Lead
• Strong Cat6 and fiber termination and testing skills
• Experience with paging, wireless/AP cabling, CCTV, and access control cabling
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and site maps
• Comfortable working at height and in large warehouse environments
• Ability to lead crews of 2–4 technicians while remaining hands-on
• Strong communication skills with Foremen and Project Managers
• Proficient with smartphones, email, and basic spreadsheets
• Basic telecommunications tools, PPE, and reliable transportation
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Willingness to travel extensively and work 50–60 hour weeks

Key Responsibilities May Include:

• Serve as the primary working lead for small crews on large warehouse and distribution center projects
• Lead and support crews of 2–4 technicians, providing daily task direction and technical guidance
• Remain fully hands-on with Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber (single-mode & multi-mode) installations
• Perform and oversee paging, wireless/AP cabling, CCTV, and access control cabling
• Coordinate daily work plans with the Foreman
• Operate boom and scissor lifts (40+ ft work)
• Read prints, plan cable pathways, and support MDF/IDF buildouts
• Install cable support systems including J-hooks, ladder rack, innerduct, and tray
• Ensure cabling is neatly dressed, labeled, and installed per standards
• Assist with material staging and jobsite organization
• Troubleshoot cabling and system issues
• Provide daily progress updates to the Foreman
• Enforce safety and quality standards within assigned work areas