Lead Technician - $45/hr., Structured Cabling, Electronic Access Control & Low-V
$72,800–$93,600 year
On-siteFredericksburg, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Lead, mentor, and train installation crews while performing hands-on installation, programming, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning of structured cabling, electronic access control, CCTV, fiber optic, and intrusion detection systems. Pull, terminate, test, certify, and label copper and fiber cabling; install cameras, card readers, door hardware, control panels, NVRs, and alarm devices. Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and schematics; coordinate daily jobsite activities to ensure projects remain on schedule while maintaining quality, safety, and compliance with manufacturer specifications and applicable codes. Communicate effectively with project managers, general contractors, vendors, and customers. Provide timely field solutions for technical issues. Occasional travel is required based on project assignments. Full-time, Monday through Friday schedule.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 4 years of experience installing and servicing CCTV/IP Video Surveillance Systems
- Minimum 4 years of experience installing and servicing Electronic Access Control Systems
- Minimum 3 years of experience with Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
- Minimum 3 years of experience with fiber optic installation, termination, and testing
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Lead Technician or in a field leadership role
- Strong experience programming, commissioning, and troubleshooting electronic access control and low-voltage systems—not just hardware installation
- Experience pulling, terminating, testing, and certifying structured cabling and low-voltage systems
- Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics
- Strong understanding of commercial structured cabling and low-voltage installation practices
- Must own and maintain basic hand tools required for commercial structured cabling and low-voltage installations
- Valid driver's license with reliable transportation to the reporting office
- Ability to commute to Fredericksburg, VA 22408
- Ability to lift equipment, climb ladders, work in ceilings, and perform work in indoor and outdoor commercial environments
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future
- Occasional travel is required based on project assignments
Desired Qualifications
- Two or more years leading installation crews or field teams
- Active DCJS Registration
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
- Experience working in commercial construction environments
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing and network connectivity
- Experience with A/V system installation and integration
- Experience installing, programming, configuring, or troubleshooting one or more of the following platforms: Lenel, Genetec, Avigilon, Brivo, OpenPath, Verkada, Honeywell, Bosch, or DSC
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