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Lead Installation Technician - 100% Travel (Nationwide)
Full-Time | TEKsystems
Career Opportunity
TEKsystems is seeking an experienced Lead Installation Technician for a 100% travel role supporting large-scale commercial low-voltage and security installation projects nationwide.
If you're a high-level technician who can install, terminate, test, lead a team, and run a jobsite with minimal oversight - this role offers massive growth potential, consistent overtime, and the chance to join a rapidly scaling company working with some of the most cutting-edge security technologies in the corrections industry.
Why This Role Stands Out
As a Lead Installation Technician, you will:
Structured Cabling & Pathways
Our client is rapidly scaling - from $3M revenue in 2024 to $6M already signed for 2026. They are expanding quickly and need skilled technicians who can grow with them as they take on major, high-impact security and telecom projects across the U.S.
Ready to Lead and Travel?
If you're an experienced low-voltage or security technician ready for nationwide travel, higher earning potential, and leadership responsibility, TEKsystems wants to talk to you.
Apply today to join a fast-growing team shaping the future of low-voltage security installations across the country.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.
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 Atlanta,GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.
>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 Allegis Group company.
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.
About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and 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.
Full-Time | TEKsystems
Career Opportunity
TEKsystems is seeking an experienced Lead Installation Technician for a 100% travel role supporting large-scale commercial low-voltage and security installation projects nationwide.
If you're a high-level technician who can install, terminate, test, lead a team, and run a jobsite with minimal oversight - this role offers massive growth potential, consistent overtime, and the chance to join a rapidly scaling company working with some of the most cutting-edge security technologies in the corrections industry.
Why This Role Stands Out
- 100% Travel Weekly Per Diem Competitive Pay
- A LOT of overtime available
- Work on specialized security low-voltage systems
- Join a fast-growing company (2 founders, 25 techs, scaling aggressively)
- Training provided on new technologies - including systems involving drone detection prison security innovation
- Path to permanent employment with long-term stability
As a Lead Installation Technician, you will:
Structured Cabling & Pathways
- Install, terminate, and test Cat6, fiber, coax, and low-voltage cabling
- Build out cable pathways (conduit, J-hooks, racks, trays) to avoid obstructions
- Understand and apply NEC codes for low-voltage installations
- Install and mount security cameras, access panels, fire alarm devices, access points, and related hardware
- Build and dress server racks, network equipment racks, and structured telecom systems
- Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and schematics
- Lead a small team of 1-3 technicians on job sites
- Work independently without direct manager oversight
- Ensure each project meets quality and safety standards
- 3 years of experience in structured cabling, conduit work, or security system installation
- Strong hands-on knowledge of Cat6, low-voltage, and telecom infrastructure
- Ability to travel 100% of the time (M-Th or M-F depending on project)
- Ability to read blueprints and troubleshoot onsite
- Experience leading helpers or small installation teams
- Must provide personal hand tools: snips, scissors, punch tool, cordless drill, etc.
- Experience with video/security systems
- Experience working in prisons, government, or high-security environments
- Comfort operating lifts, ladders, and heavy tools
- Self-starter with strong initiative
- Detail-oriented and quality-driven
- Analytical problem solver
- Able to stay on task with minimal supervision
- Dependable, punctual, and professional
- Interested in transitioning into a full-time permanent role after contract period
- 100% Travel Nationwide
- Typical schedule:
- Mon-Thu | 10-hour shifts
- Occasionally Mon-Fri | 8-hour shifts
- All travel, hotel, and allowances provided
- All consumables specialized tools provided by client
Our client is rapidly scaling - from $3M revenue in 2024 to $6M already signed for 2026. They are expanding quickly and need skilled technicians who can grow with them as they take on major, high-impact security and telecom projects across the U.S.
Ready to Lead and Travel?
If you're an experienced low-voltage or security technician ready for nationwide travel, higher earning potential, and leadership responsibility, TEKsystems wants to talk to you.
Apply today to join a fast-growing team shaping the future of low-voltage security installations across the country.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Atlanta, GA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.
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 Atlanta,GA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.
>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 Allegis Group company.
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.
About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and 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.
Salary : $25 - $30