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Wachter, Inc. · 4 months ago

Low Voltage Lead Foreman

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$30/hr - $35/hr

10+ years exp

Wachter, Inc. is a family-owned company that has been in operation since 1930, providing essential technologies to commercial and industrial clients. They are seeking a Low Voltage Lead Foreman Technician to oversee installation and maintenance of low voltage systems across various project sites, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

IndustrialInformation ServicesInformation Technology

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various cabling infrastructures

Install, terminate, and test Cat6, Fiber Optic Cables, (SM & MM) as designed and per the scope of work

Installing, Aiming, and Focusing IP Cameras

Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings up to 2,000,000 sq ft, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work

Dress cable pathways and MDFs

Ensure all cables are neatly tied and bundled according to safety regulations

Install cable support structures such as j-hooks, cable racks, and inner-duct

Erect support structures and install Network Devices (AP’s, Cameras) per scope of work

Repair cable poles and towers

Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed cable systems and component devices are operational

Troubleshoot issues with cable networks to ensure the proper functioning and to ensure the system meets local, county, state, or federal codes; legal and/or insurance requirements

Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by Wachter, our customers, or OSHA

Provide regular updates to Project Management on project status and current objectives

Lead crews of 6-15 technicians by providing daily instruction and training, as needed

Qualification

Low Voltage Cable TechnicianLead/Foreman ExperienceData Cable InstallationFiber Optic TrainingCCTV KnowledgeAudio/Visual SystemsIndustry CertificationsBlueprint ReadingConduit InstallationTeamworkProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsTime ManagementInterpersonal SkillsAdaptabilityCritical Thinking

Required

10+ years of experience as a Low Voltage Cable Technician working in industrial/commercial space (1 million - 5 million Sq/Ft)

5 - 7+ years of experience as a Lead/Foreman working in Industrial/manufacturing environments

Data Cable Technician with CAT6 cabling, fiber optic, 24v, and 70v paging systems experience

Available and willing for extensive travel nationwide

Flexible and willing to work on-call, day, night, or weekend shifts as the jobs require

A typical work week will average 50-60 hours a week, depending on job site requirements and deadlines

Experience reading blueprints and site maps

Ability to work in cramped spaces

Ability to operate a BOOM or scissor lift and work at heights of 65 plus feet

Able to identify independent colors and have knowledge of industry color codes

Must have basic telecommunication tools, PPE, and reliable transportation

Proficient with the use of smartphones, computers, including email, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office programs

Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written

Ability to employ soft skills; ex: teamwork, problem-solving, communication, adaptability, critical thinking, time management, and interpersonal

Comfortable working unsupervised and with teams of 4 to 20 other technicians

Ability to effectively interact with high-level personnel: GC's, IT Professionals, and other Stakeholders

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years

Current OSHA 10/30 Certification or is able to acquire it within 60 days of employment

Knowledge of working in Industrial environments; Union/ Non-Union; Higher Safety Vigilance

Preferred

Fiber optic training and certifications, highly desired (AT&T, BICSI, CISCO, Corning, CNET, ETA, FOA, VERIZON)

Industry-specific certifications are a huge plus (BICSI, NEC, TIA/EIA)

Knowledge and experience with CCTV, Fire, Security Systems, and Alarm Systems is a plus

Experience installing Audio/Visual, Point-of-Sale systems, TV/monitor, or media players is a plus

Experience in conduit installation is a plus

Knowledgeable in multiple termination types for multi-mode and single-mode fibers

Knowledgeable in closeouts and MDFs/IDF/MCIC

Will consider OSP knowledge (CO to Demarc)

Knowledge of cabling infrastructure

Industry-specific certifications are readily considered (ICT, CCTT, CNCI, DCI, FOI, FOT, TECH)

Will consider work done in Basic Telephony and wire-work training

Experience in Fiber Optic terminations: Unicam (or similar), Single strand and Ribbon fusion splicing

Knowledgeable in Redlines and As-Builts

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits

Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

MD Live & TriaHealth

Company-Matched 401K and IRA Retirement Savings

Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required

Drive time and mileage paid for use of a personal vehicle when travel is required

Company vehicles could be provided after an initial 2-4 weeks of employment

Company

Wachter, Inc.

Wachter is on the cutting-edge of technology and infrastructure installation and has been since 1930. Wachter is a Cisco Gold Certified Partner.

Founded in 1930

Lenexa, Kansas, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.wachter.com/

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