Travel Cable Technician

Description

Position Summary Seeking experienced Low Voltage Technicians to support large-scale retail and commercial technology deployments across multiple customer environments. Technicians will be responsible for installing, terminating, testing, and troubleshooting copper and fiber cabling infrastructure, network equipment, wireless access points, IP cameras, power systems, and associated low-voltage devices. Candidates must be comfortable working overnight schedules, utilizing lifts, and coordinating with electrical and networking teams to complete installations safely and efficiently.

Qualified candidates will be expected to travel 100% for the duration of the project, company vehicle and gas card provided by client.

Key Responsibilities Install, route, secure, and terminate Cat5e, Cat6, and fiber optic cabling. Perform RJ45 terminations and network cable testing to verify connectivity and performance. Install and configure wireless access points (WAPs) in retail and commercial environments. Replace legacy analog camera systems with new IP camera solutions, including installation of new network cabling. Install and mount surveillance cameras, network cabinets, racks, and related infrastructure.

Pull, dress, label, and organize copper and fiber cabling according to customer standards. Install and support network switching equipment and associated networking hardware. Run and terminate fiber optic and copper network connections. Install low-voltage power wiring, including 12/2 power cable for network-connected devices. Support electrical installation activities, including running power from existing circuits to equipment locations. Install EMT conduit, junction boxes, pull boxes, and power supply infrastructure.

Coordinate with electricians and project teams to complete integrated power and data installations. Install public video monitor (PVM) systems, including both network and power connectivity. Maintain accurate documentation, labeling, and quality standards throughout project execution. Operate scissor lifts and other elevated work platforms safely when performing overhead installations. Follow all customer, OSHA, and site-specific safety requirements. Technical Skills Cat5e and Cat6 cable installation and termination Fiber optic cable installation and termination RJ45 connector termination and testing Wireless Access Point (WAP) installation IP camera installation and migration projects Network switch installation and support Structured cabling systems Network cabinet and rack installation Low-voltage wiring and power distribution EMT conduit installation Junction box and pull box installation Cable testing and troubleshooting Retail technology deployments Network infrastructure upgrades Lift and elevated work platform operation

Skills

Wireless access point, Low voltage, Cable installation, Install, Punchdown, Wap, Cctv, Access control, Structured cabling, Cable tech, Installation, Cat6, Cat5, Cable

Top Skills Details

Wireless access point,Low voltage,Cable installation,Install

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications Experience in large-scale retail deployments. Ability to read site drawings, floor plans, and cable schedules. Strong understanding of structured cabling standards and best practices. Knowledge of networking fundamentals and IP-based devices. Experience working independently and as part of multi-site deployment teams. OSHA 10/30 certification preferred. Lift certification preferred. Reliable transportation and willingness to travel as required. Typical Project Experience Wireless access point refreshes and network modernization projects.

Fiber and copper infrastructure installations. IP camera replacement and surveillance upgrades. Network cabinet and switch deployments. Retail technology rollouts. Public Video Monitor (PVM) installations. Integrated power and data infrastructure projects. Structured cabling and low-voltage construction initiatives.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of St. Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements…