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AppleOne
LOW VOLTAGE TECHNICIAN
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What they do
A Cable Technician or Installer sets up cable equipment and lines for customers and makes repairs as needed.
$68,754 / year median in Maryland
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary A growing technology systems integration company is seeking an experienced Lead Low Voltage Technician for a full-time, direct hire opportunity supporting commercial projects throughout the Washington, DC metro area, including Northern Virginia and Maryland. This role is ideal for a hands-on field professional with strong structured cabling, fiber optic, and telecommunications infrastructure experience. The Lead Low Voltage Technician will take ownership of installations, troubleshooting, testing, and job site coordination while working closely with project managers, general contractors, subcontractors, and field teams. This opportunity offers steady commercial project work, supportive leadership, strong teamwork, and long-term career potential. Candidates who enjoy high-quality installations, problem solving in active construction environments, and serving as a technical leader in the field will find this role especially rewarding. Key Responsibilities Install, terminate, test, troubleshoot, and repair structured cabling, fiber optic, CAT3, CAT5e, CAT6, coaxial, and related low voltage systems. Build and support telecommunications closets, including racks, patch panels, backboards, cross-connects, and cable management systems. Perform fiber optic splicing, termination, acceptance testing, and certification using OTDRs, power meters, and related testing equipment. Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, engineering plans, and project specifications to complete installations accurately. Coordinate daily work with project managers, general contractors, subcontractors, and other trades to keep projects moving safely and on schedule. Diagnose and repair cable faults, document completed work, and maintain a clean, safe, and professional job site. Compensation and Benefits Direct hire opportunity.