Travel Cable Technician

Low Voltage Technician (Traveling)

Location: Nationwide Travel (100% Travel Required)
Schedule: Overnight Shifts
Employment Type: Contract
Travel: Company Vehicle & Gas Card Provided

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced Low Voltage Technicians to support large-scale retail and commercial technology deployments across multiple customer sites nationwide. This role focuses on installing, terminating, testing, and troubleshooting structured cabling systems, wireless infrastructure, IP cameras, network equipment, and low-voltage power systems.
Candidates should have hands-on experience working with copper and fiber cabling, be comfortable working overnight schedules, operating lifts, and collaborating with networking and electrical teams in fast-paced project environments. This position requires 100% travel for the duration of the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, route, secure, dress, and terminate Cat5e, Cat6, and fiber optic cabling.
• Perform RJ45 terminations and cable testing to ensure proper connectivity and performance.
• Install and configure Wireless Access Points (WAPs) in retail and commercial environments.
• Replace legacy analog camera systems with modern IP camera solutions.
• Install, mount, and support surveillance cameras, racks, cabinets, and related infrastructure.
• Pull, label, organize, and manage copper and fiber cabling according to project standards.
• Install and support network switches and associated networking hardware.
• Terminate and test fiber and copper network connections.
• Install low-voltage power wiring, including 12/2 power cable for network-connected devices.
• Assist with electrical installation work, including running power from existing circuits.
• Install EMT conduit, junction boxes, pull boxes, and power supply infrastructure.
• Coordinate with electricians and project personnel to complete integrated power and data installations.
• Support Public Video Monitor (PVM) installations, including network and power connectivity.
• Maintain accurate labeling, documentation, and installation records.
• Operate scissor lifts and elevated work platforms safely during overhead installations.
• Follow OSHA, customer, and site-specific safety requirements at all times.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with low-voltage and structured cabling installations.
• Hands-on experience with Cat5e/Cat6 terminations and cable testing.
• Experience pulling, dressing, labeling, and troubleshooting network cabling.
• Ability to work overnight shifts and travel extensively.
• Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, and elevated work platforms.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fiber optic installation and termination experience.
• Wireless Access Point (WAP) deployment experience.
• IP camera installation and migration experience.
• Network switch installation and support experience.
• EMT conduit installation experience.
• Experience reading floor plans, site drawings, and cable schedules.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals and IP-based devices.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Lift certification.

Top Skills

• Low Voltage Installation
• Structured Cabling
• Cat5e/Cat6 Installation
• Fiber Optic Cabling
• Wireless Access Points (WAP)
• RJ45 Terminations
• Cable Testing & Troubleshooting
• IP Cameras / CCTV
• Access Control
• Network Infrastructure
• Punchdown & Cable Management

Typical Projects

• Wireless Access Point refreshes and network modernization projects
• Retail technology rollouts
• Fiber and copper infrastructure deployments
• IP camera and surveillance upgrades
• Network rack, cabinet, and switch installations
• Public Video Monitor (PVM) deployments
• Integrated power and data infrastructure projects
• Large-scale commercial low-voltage construction initiatives

Why Join?

• Travel nationwide while supporting high-profile technology deployments.
• Company vehicle and gas card provided.
• Gain experience across a variety of retail and commercial environments.
• Opportunity to work with the latest networking, wireless, and surveillance technologies.
• Join a team delivering large-scale infrastructure upgrades for nationally recognized customers.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Omaha, NE.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/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 Omaha,NE.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

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.

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.

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 made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.