Wachter, Inc.

Low-Voltage Fiber & Data Technician - Retail Remodels

Wachter, Inc.  •  Dallas, TX (Onsite)  •  5 days ago
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Job Description

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!  
  
We are seeking an experienced Low-Voltage Fiber & Data Technician with expert capabilities in single-mode and multi-mode fiber fusion splicing and testing to drive our hands-on installation projects forward. This position is ideal for a highly organized professional who possesses strong communication skills and the ability to accurately read and execute blueprints. Dedicated to remodels and new store rollouts, this role requires complete flexibility with working day or night shifts, as well as extensive travel for up to 12 weeks at a time to support diverse nationwide project timelines.  

Why Choose Wachter:

  • Full-time work
  • Competitive Compensation based on experience
  • Paid weekly
  • Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required
  • Company-provided cell phone
  • 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--No premium cost! 
  • Life, AD&D and LTD insurance
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays 
  • Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings 

Key Responsibilities:

  •   Large-Scale Cabling Deployments Pull and route up to 300 copper cables and 8,000 to 10,000 feet of fiber optic cabling per new store install
  • Advanced Fiber Splicing & Testing Perform precision interior multi-mode fusion splicing and exterior/underground single-mode fusion splicing for main structures and external assets like fuel stations.
  • Site Infrastructure Setup Mount, secure, and terminate up to 4 Intermediate Distribution Frames (IDFs) directly in ceiling spaces.
  • Device & Network Installations Mount and connect network switches, wireless access points (WAPs), VoIP phones, computers, printers, and auxiliary equipment.
  • Department Re-Cabling & Relocation Efficiently add, move, and relocate existing copper infrastructure during active retail department remodels.
  • Site Coordination & Planning Interface directly with General Contractors (GCs) and adjacent MEP trades on-site to ensure smooth build progression.
  • Post-Installation Validation Conduct full wireless surveys and comprehensive cable testing upon completion of both remodel and new construction projects.
  • Documentation & Reporting Utilize a laptop to accurately document, track, and share technical test results with management and clients.
  • Aerial Work: Operate BOOM and/or scissor lifts to work at heights up to 40+ feet.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Experience: 2–5 years of hands-on experience in low-voltage systems, structured cabling, networking, and CCTV.
  • Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of fiber optic termination, network infrastructure, and Point-of-Sale (POS) deployment/troubleshooting.
  • Licensing: Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no DUI/DWI in the last 3 years).
  • Transportation: Reliable personal transportation.
  • Tools: Must possess basic telecom tools and standard Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Leadership: Comfortable working independently and collaboratively alongside GCs and other commercial trades
  • Schedule & Travel Flexibility Must be willing and able to travel continuously for up to 12 weeks and maintain full flexibility for both day and night shift rotations.

Highly Desirable Skills (Preferred but Not Required)

  • Industry certifications: BICSI, OSHA, MSHA, AVIXA CTS, Panduit, Belden, or Corning.
  • Hands-on experience with fusion splicing.
  • Experience running DSX cable certification testing.
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.
Wachter, Inc.

About 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. We’re committed to the exceptional service and forward thinking that lets us provide leading technologies to meet diverse client needs.

Our workmanship is measured by the customers we serve, from Local Businesses to Fortune 100 companies.

NATIONWIDE DEPLOYMENT: With more than 1,400 W2 technicians and electricians licensed to work in all 50 states, Wachter is a single source for Nationwide Technology Implementation and Service.

SERVICE: Through TRUST.Wachter.com, Wachter’s service center provides 24/7/365 support that is customized for each client’s specific needs. Our service motto is all-encompassing: “Any ticket, anytime, anywhere. We can cover it."​ and we mean it, just ask our customers!

This approach has allowed us to establish a great reputation for developing enduring relationships by designing, integrating and servicing complex nationwide technologies to all of our customers.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Lenexa, KS
Year Founded
1930
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