Licensed Low Voltage Journeyman Technician
About the role
Licensed Low Voltage Journeyman Technician performs installation, termination, testing, and related work on low-voltage, telecommunications, alarm, and structured cabling systems. This position requires a current New Mexico ES-3J or ES-7J Journeyman Certificate or an applicable out-of-state license that may qualify for New Mexico equivalency. The role requires extended onsite assignments and work performed in accordance with applicable electrical, low-voltage, telecommunications, and safety standards. Candidates must be prepared to work approximately 50-60 hours per week during onsite assignments. Position type: Contract-to-hire after approximately 640 hours. Work begins at approximately 7:00 AM. Onsite assignments typically last approximately 4-6 weeks. Extended onsite assignments may include a long weekend at home from Friday through Sunday, with return to the worksite by Monday. Out-of-state licenses are subject to review for New Mexico equivalency and certification requirements.
Responsibilities
- Install boxes, cable, equipment, and components associated with low-voltage systems.
- Install and terminate low-voltage equipment and devices.
- Install telecommunications cable, junction boxes, conductors, support structures, and related equipment.
- Terminate conductors and install telecommunications equipment and devices.
- Test installed low-voltage and telecommunications systems and equipment.
- Perform work within the authorized scope of the applicable journeyman classification.
- Follow applicable NEC, NFPA 72, telecommunications, low-voltage, and workplace safety requirements.
- Maintain established quality and productivity standards throughout onsite assignments.
- Coordinate with supervisors and other trades to complete assigned work safely and efficiently.
Requirements
- Minimum 4,000 hours (approximately two years) of qualifying experience applicable to the ES-3J and/or ES-7J classification.
- Qualifying experience must have been obtained within the most recent 10 years.
- Current New Mexico ES-3J or ES-7J Journeyman Certificate, or an applicable out-of-state license that may qualify for New Mexico certification or equivalency.
- ES-3J candidates should have relevant experience with sound, intercommunication, electrical alarm, low-voltage, and systems operating at 50 volts or less.
- ES-7J candidates should have relevant experience with telephone communication and telephone interconnect systems.
- Ability to install, terminate, and test low-voltage or telecommunications cabling, equipment, and devices.
- Working knowledge of applicable NEC, NFPA 72, low-voltage, telecommunications, and safety standards.
- Ability to provide documentation verifying applicable work experience and licensing qualifications.
- Ability to work the required schedule and meet onsite attendance expectations.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
Pay
$20.00-$40.00 per hour; per diem provided, with travel and lodging expenses covered for out-of-state candidates.
Schedule
7:00 AM start; approximately 50-60 hours per week; onsite assignments typically last approximately 4-6 weeks; extended onsite assignments may include a long weekend at home from Friday through Sunday, with return to the worksite by Monday.