Travel Cable Technician
About the role
We are seeking experienced Traveling Cable / Low-Voltage Technicians to support a large-scale retail security camera rollout. This role involves nationwide travel, working as part of a team to install, cable, test, and validate IP camera systems according to strict installation and field-of-view (FOV) requirements.
Responsibilities
- Install Axis IP security cameras per approved scope (approximately 35–38 cameras per site)
- Perform structured cabling (CAT5e/CAT6) from cameras to IDFs
- Terminate, label, and organize cabling in IDFs and camera locations
- Test and certify cabling using industry-standard testing equipment (Fluke preferred)
- Mount Camera Hardware Using Appropriate Solutions Including Unistrut Conduit Surface and ceiling mounts
- Verify network connectivity to required IDFs
- Support camera configuration verification and firmware checks (in coordination with Help Desk)
- Aid in Field-of-View (FOV) validation to ensure cameras align with shot guide requirements
- Make physical camera adjustments as requested by the client
- Capture and upload required deliverables (camera images, test results, validation documentation)
- Upload documentation into ServiceNow
- Follow all site safety, PPE, and customer requirements
- Work effectively in teams of four on overnight shifts (typically four nights per store)
Requirements
- Current/Valid State's drivers license - Will be traveling in company vehicle
- 2+ years of IP Camera Experience Installation of IP cameras (axis cameras preferred)
- Configuration of cameras and field of view experience
- Ability to read blueprints, installation scopes, and diagrams
- Experience operating a scissor lift for installations
Qualifications
- Strong Hands-on Experience With CAT5e/CAT6 cabling
- Termination and testing
- Familiarity With IP Security Camera Installations (Axis Experience Preferred)
- Ability to read and follow installation scopes, shot guides, and diagrams
- Comfortable working in IDFs and ladder/lift environments
- Basic understanding of network connectivity and troubleshooting
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- Ability to travel 100% nationwide for extended periods
- Ability to work overnight shifts and maintain productivity
Skills
- ip cameras
- Cat5
- Cat6
- IDFS
- Install
- Cabling
- cctv systems
- Punchdown
- Low voltage
- Cable installation
- cctv
- Structured cabling
- Installation
Benefits
Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/hr.
Requirements
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Montgomery, AL.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership.
TEKsystems is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.