Lead Low Voltage Technician - 90% Travel Required

Company Overview

Allbridge is the leading supplier of world class connected technology solutions, services, and support for high-density properties.

With more than 35 years of continuous growth and industry experience, Allbridge supports technology in over one million rooms, in 8,000 properties, across North America and the Caribbean, including hotels, resorts, senior-living communities, condominiums, multifamily developments, and mixed-use properties.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Lead Low Voltage Technician to join our growing team. This position is responsible for leading field installation activities for structured cabling, fiber optic, telecommunications, and low-voltage systems on commercial projects. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with extensive field experience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality installations while maintaining the highest safety standards.

The Lead Technician serves as the primary on-site representative for assigned projects, coordinating installation activities, managing field personnel, ensuring quality workmanship, and maintaining strong customer relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

This is a remote position with 90% travel required to customer sites.

The successful candidate is a motivated leader who takes pride in quality workmanship, values safety, communicates professionally with customers and teammates, and thrives in a fast-paced commercial construction environment. If you enjoy leading projects from start to finish while mentoring technicians and delivering exceptional results, we'd like to hear from you.

Join our team and help build the communications infrastructure that keeps businesses connected.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Job Site Management

• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Conduct weekly toolbox safety meetings.
• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Installation & Technical Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, scopes of work, and construction drawings.
• Perform layout of low-voltage systems according to project drawings.
• Install, terminate, test, and certify structured cabling systems including Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber optic cabling.
• Install and terminate low-voltage cabling for access control systems.
• Install speaker cabling and telecommunications equipment including routers, switches, and network devices.
• Install network racks, cabinets, patch panels, cable management systems, raceways, conduits, sleeves, J-hooks, cable tray, and work area outlets.
• Build, organize, and label MDF and IDF rooms.
• Install access panels in existing buildings.
• Perform fiber optic fusion splicing and testing.
• Label all cables, ports, and equipment accurately.
• Troubleshoot and resolve installation issues while minimizing project delays.
• Produce accurate as-built documentation and closeout packages.

Leadership & Project Management

• Lead installation crews on assigned projects.
• Coordinate work with project managers, customers, subcontractors, and other trades.
• Serve as the primary on-site customer contact for installation activities and field coordination.
• Perform site surveys and evaluate existing conditions to develop installation strategies.
• Manage project milestones and provide real-time progress updates.
• Ensure installations comply with project requirements, quality standards, and schedules.
• Complete daily reports, quality inspections, material inventories, and invoicing documentation accurately and on time.
• Obtain customer acceptance upon project completion.
• Participate in meetings, respond to RFIs, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Promote continuous improvement through project reviews and lessons learned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of hands-on low-voltage cabling experience.
• Minimum 5 years leading commercial telecommunications or structured cabling installation projects.
• Strong knowledge of structured cabling standards and industry best practices.
• Experience installing commercial structured cabling systems.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, wiring diagrams, and scopes of work.
• Experience building and organizing MDFs and IDFs.
• Proficient in terminating patch panels, keystone jacks, RJ45 connectors, and fiber optic systems.
• Experience with professional cable and fiber testing equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organization, documentation, and labeling skills.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead teams effectively.
• Valid driver's license.
• Authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Willingness to attend training and maintain required certifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman or Master Electrician License or completion of an electrical apprenticeship.
• BICSI certification or other industry-recognized certifications.
• Experience with fiber optic termination, fusion splicing, and testing.
• Experience with greenfield and brownfield commercial construction projects.
• Experience working in occupied hotels or similar operating facilities.
• Experience performing site surveys.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam Revu, and Smartsheet.
• Experience using Microsoft Teams and cloud-based construction management platforms.
• Experience operating scissor lifts and one-man lifts.
• Strong conflict resolution, decision-making, and leadership skills.
• Ability to remain professional under changing priorities and tight deadlines.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crawl, and work in active construction environments.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions including heat, cold, and humidity.

Travel Requirements

This position requires extensive travel to customer job sites throughout the United States and is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a dynamic, project-based environment.

• Extensive nationwide travel required, up to 90% of the time.
• Travel assignments may last several weeks depending on project scope and customer requirements.
• Must be able to travel on short notice and adapt to changing project schedules and priorities.
• Expected to remain productive while working remotely from hotels or temporary project offices when assigned to travel.
• Company-coordinated travel arrangements and per diem are provided for qualifying travel assignments.
• Approved business expenses, including fuel, parking, tolls, and other authorized travel-related expenses, are reimbursed in accordance with company policy.
• Employees are responsible for accurately documenting and submitting all travel expenses in compliance with company expense reporting procedures.

Workplace Benefits We Offer

In addition to earnings and other incentives, Allbridge offers a comprehensive package of benefits, based on eligibility, typically for regular, full-time positions, some of which includes:

• Medical and Prescription options, Dental, Orthodontics and Vision Plans
• Rich HSA company-funded options and Flexible Spending accounts
• 100% Company paid premiums for Short Term Disability
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance Plan options
• Supplemental Insurance Plan options
• 401(k) Profit-Sharing Retirement plan
• Flexible Paid Time Off after 60 days of employment
• Paid Holidays, per Employee Handbook
• Great workplace culture that embodies our values.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Allbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Allbridge does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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