Lead Technician

Contract Lead Technician

Job Description

As a Lead Technician, you will be responsible for pulling, routing, and securing low-voltage cabling throughout new construction and expansion projects. You will install telecommunications cabling, including CAT5 and CAT6 systems, and assist with setting up cable pathways such as conduits, cable trays, and ceilings. Your duties will include terminating cables and supporting basic testing of connections while following project layouts, instructions, and safety standards. You will use hand and power tools to complete cable installation tasks and maintain a clean and organized job site by removing debris and excess materials. Working as part of a team, you will meet project deadlines and production goals.

Responsibilities

• Pull, route, and secure low-voltage cabling throughout new construction and expansion projects.

• Install telecommunications cabling including CAT5 and CAT6 systems.

• Assist with setting up cable pathways, including conduits, cable trays, and ceilings.

• Terminate cables and support basic testing of connections.

• Follow project layouts, instructions, and safety standards while performing installations.

• Use hand and power tools to complete cable installation tasks.

• Maintain a clean and organized job site by removing debris and excess materials.

• Work as part of a team to meet project deadlines and production goals.

Essential Skills

• 3-5 years of experience in low voltage cabling and cable pulling.

• Experience with power tools, conduit, and telecommunications systems.

• Proficiency in new build construction, mechanical troubleshooting, and blueprint reading.

• Knowledge of cabling, conduit bending, fire alarm systems, wiring, and field service.

• Ability to work with schematics and follow detailed instructions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in pulling low-voltage cables in commercial or construction environments.

• Familiarity with CAT5 and CAT6 cabling is preferred.

• Basic understanding of cable termination processes.

• Comfortable using hand tools and power tools.

• Ability to work in physically demanding environments, including lifting, climbing, and working overhead.

• Strong work ethic and reliability.

Work Environment

You will be working on an active construction site, where safety is a top priority. Safety violations will result in immediate termination. Contractors are required to have their own safety boots and vest. Essential tools for day one include a punch tool and snips. The role involves physically demanding tasks, and you must be comfortable working in such conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Memphis, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Memphis,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.