Traveling Lead Technician - Large Scale Infrastructure Projects

OverviewWachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path! Traveling Lead Technician (50-60 Hours/Week). 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.Why WachterFull-time workCompetitive Compensation based on experiencePaid weeklyPer-Diem paid when overnight travel is requiredCompany vehicle provided, in some cases, after initial 2-4 weeks of employmentDrive time and mileage paid for use of personal vehicle when travel is requiredPaid Vacation and HolidaysOpportunities for certification and career advancementSupportive team environmentBenefits Package - Company PaidMedical, Dental, Prescription & Vision BenefitsLife, AD&D, and LTD insurancePaid Vacation and HolidaysMD Live, TriaHealth, Legal ShieldCompany-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement SavingsQualifications3-5+ years of low-voltage or data cabling experienceProven experience acting as a Lead Technician or Crew LeadStrong Cat6 and fiber termination and testing skillsExperience with paging, wireless/AP cabling, CCTV, and access control cablingAbility to read and interpret blueprints and site mapsComfortable working at height and in large warehouse environmentsAbility to lead crews of 2-4 technicians while remaining hands-onStrong communication skills with Foremen and Project ManagersProficient with smartphones, email, and basic spreadsheetsBasic telecommunications tools, PPE, and reliable transportationValid driver's license with clean driving recordWillingness to travel extensively and work 50-60 hour weeksKey Responsibilities May IncludeServe as the primary working lead for small crews on large warehouse and distribution center projectsLead and support crews of 2-4 technicians, providing daily task direction and technical guidanceRemain fully hands-on with Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber (single-mode & multi-mode) installationsPerform and oversee paging, wireless/AP cabling, CCTV, and access control cablingCoordinate daily work plans with the ForemanOperate boom and scissor lifts (40+ ft work)Read prints, plan cable pathways, and support MDF/IDF buildoutsInstall cable support systems including J-hooks, ladder rack, innerduct, and trayEnsure cabling is neatly dressed, labeled, and installed per standardsAssist with material staging and jobsite organizationTroubleshoot cabling and system issuesProvide daily progress updates to the ForemanEnforce safety and quality standards within assigned work areasAbout WachterWachter is a family-owned company since 1930 and we see each employee as a critical piece of the Wachter Family. With over 900 licenses across the country, Wachter serves commercial and industrial clients with the right technologies needed to keep them successful. We design, install, and maintain the technologies that keep businesses operating efficiently. Our team of dedicated electricians, engineers, and technicians provides electrical, data, security, communications, and automation services to clients in numerous industries.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.We/'re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.Pay is based on experience and qualifications. Bonus opportunities are available. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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