Traveling Lead Technician - Supply Chain Infrastructure

Wachter, Inc.

Arlington, TX

On-site

Who this role is best for

Geared toward experienced technicians comfortable with hands-on cabling and team leadership, this role is ideal for candidates with a background in low-voltage systems and a willingness to travel extensively across the country.

Best fit for

Experienced low-voltage technicians with leadership experience in small crews
— “Proven experience as a Lead Tech or Crew Lead”
Candidates with a track record in fiber and Cat6 installation and testing
— “Strong Cat6 and fiber termination and testing”
Individuals who thrive in physical environments requiring work at height and blueprints interpretation
— “Comfortable working at height in large warehouses”

Things to consider

This role requires significant travel and long working hours, up to 60 hours weekly
— “Willingness to travel and work 50–60 hours weekly.”
Candidates must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record for travel
— “Clean driving record required for travel.”

How to stand out

Highlight experience managing small crews and leading daily tasks in your resume and interviews
— “Serve as the primary working lead for small crews.”
Emphasize hands-on cabling skills with specific mention of Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber work
— “Remain fully hands-on with Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber.”
Demonstrate your ability to interpret blueprints and plan efficient cable pathways
— “Interpret prints and plan efficient cable pathways.”
Showcase your experience with infrastructure systems like paging, CCTV, and access control
— “Experience with paging, CCTV, and access control.”
Demonstrate your ability to maintain strict safety and quality standards on-site
— “Enforce Safety: Maintain strict safety and quality standards on-site.”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

lead small crews
install cabling
manage infrastructure
troubleshoot issues

Typical background

3-5 years of low-voltage or data cabling experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Low-voltage CablingFiber InstallationTeam LeadershipBlueprint ReadingSafety Standards

Preferred

Mdf/idf Closet BuildoutsAccess Control Systems

Stack & domain

Low-voltage CablingData CablingCat6Cat6aFiberPagingWirelessCCTVAccess ControlBlueprint ReadingBoom LiftsScissor LiftsMdf/idf Closet BuildoutsJ-hooksLadder RacksInnerductTraysCable OrganizationLabelingMaterial StagingTroubleshootingSafety StandardsLeadershipTechnical GuidancePlanningSafetyQuality StandardsCommunicationTeamworkSupply ChainInfrastructureWarehouseCablingTelecomSecurity

About the role

Original posting from Wachter, Inc. via Lever

Why Wachter?:
Full-time work
Competitive Compensation based on experience
Paid weekly
Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required
Company vehicle provided, in some cases, after initial 2-4 weeks of employment
Drive time and mileage paid for use of personal vehicle when travel is required
Paid Vacation and Holidays
Opportunities for certification and career advancement
Supportive team environment
Benefits Package - Company Paid!:
Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits
Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
Paid Vacation and Holiday
Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Teams: Serve as the primary working lead for small crews.
Direct Work: Provide daily task direction and technical guidance.
Install Cabling: Remain fully hands-on with Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber.
Manage Infrastructure: Oversee paging, wireless/AP, CCTV, and access control.
Coordinate Tasks: Plan daily work schedules directly with the Foreman.
Operate Lifts: Safely operate 40ft+ boom and scissor lifts.
Read Blueprints: Interpret prints and plan efficient cable pathways.
Build Closets: Support large-scale MDF/IDF closet buildouts.
Install Supports: Set up J-hooks, ladder racks, innerduct, and trays.
Dress & Label: Ensure all cabling is neatly organized and labeled.
Organize Site: Assist with material staging and jobsite organization.
Troubleshoot Issues: Identify and fix cabling and system problems.
Report Progress: Provide daily progress updates to the Foreman.
Enforce Safety: Maintain strict safety and quality standards on-site.
Job Requirements:
Experience: 3–5+ years of low-voltage or data cabling.
Leadership: Proven experience as a Lead Tech or Crew Lead.
Technical Skills: Strong Cat6 and fiber termination and testing.
Systems Knowledge: Experience with paging, CCTV, and access control.
Blueprint Reading: Ability to read and interpret site blueprints.
Heights: Comfortable working at height in large warehouses.
Tech Savvy: Proficient with smartphones, email, and basic spreadsheets.
Tools & Gear: Must have basic telecom tools and standard PPE.
Transport: Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.
Background: Clean driving record required for travel.
Flexibility: Willingness to travel and work 50–60 hours weekly.
About:
Wachter 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.
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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.

Source: Wachter, Inc. careers (Lever)