Current Opportunities

A technician opportunity is a company-posted scope of field work on 1099.careers. Explore available job scopes across our network: broadband internet installation and repair (fiber and coax), telecommunications, and security. Build your technician profile to pair these opportunities with portable credentials, readiness support, and business tools.

Available Job Scopes

Security Trailer Technician (CCTV/Solar/Low Voltage). Multiple locations

Key Responsibilities Deploy, position, and commission mobile surveillance trailers at customer sites Install and configure network cameras (PTZ/bullet/panoramic/fisheye as applicable) Perform basic network setup and troubleshooting (routers/modems, connectivity checks, IP configuration as needed) Verify system functionality: camera views, recording status, alerts, power/charging performance, and communications links Perform maintenance/service calls: diagnostics, component swaps, cable management fixes, firmware/app updates as directed Follow site safety rules and maintain a professional job site presence Document work thoroughly (photos, checklists, notes, serials/asset IDs, commissioning confirmation) Communicate clearly dispatch/ops and escalate issues when needed   Required Experience & Skills Proven field experience installing/servicing one or more of the following: CCTV / IP camera systems / surveillance equipment Low-voltage systems (structured cabling, terminations, device mounting) Wireless connectivity / cellular routers / basic networking Ability to troubleshoot systematically (power, connectivity, device configuration) Comfortable working outdoors in varied conditions and on active jobsites Strong communication + documentation habits (you finish the job and the paperwork) Reliable transportation and ability to travel to job sites, as assigned Experience with solar/battery-powered field equipment (charging systems, battery banks, power management) Ladder/Lift/boom/scissor familiarity (where applicable and properly certified) Experience working on construction sites, retail sites, multifamily properties, or critical infrastructure environments Familiarity with NDAA-compliant surveillance environments   Tools & Equipment (Technician) Standard hand tools for mounting, fastening, and cable management Smartphone for photos/documentation and job updates Laptop/tablet for configuration and troubleshooting (preferred) Generator   Work Type / Classification 1099 Independent Contractor Work is project-based and/or service-call based Assignments may be local or travel-based depending on your coverage area

Security/Fire/Burg · Security · Contract

Dallas, San Antonio, Lancaster, Waltham, Houston, El Paso, Boston, Pflugerville, Gilbert, Irmo, Red Bank, Dentsville, Boiling Springs, Lyman, Woodruff, Moncks Corner, Greenville, Easley, Simpsonville, Travelers Rest, Los Angeles, Compton, La Habra, Stanton, Bellflower, Signal Hill, Long Beach, San Diego, San Bernardino, Santa Ana, Palmdale, Pittsburg, Oakland, Stockton, West Sacramento, Chapin, Elmendorf, Austin, Jacksonville, Gainesville, Key Largo, North Miami Beach, Delray Beach, Dade City, Plant City, Tampa, Clearwater, Largo, Hernando, Port Richey, Harrisburg, York, Lititz, Loyalsock Township, Sunbury, Shamokin, Lower Merion Township, Philadelphia, Reading, La Vergne, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Memphis, New York, Town of Pelham, City of Schenectady, Buffalo, City of Rochester, Decatur, Fairburn, Jonesboro, Atlanta, East Point, Trenton, Macon, Fairfield, Birmingham, Center Point, Madison, Montgomery, Mebane, Gastonia, Charlotte, Boone, Chicago Heights, Chicago, Albuquerque, Phoenix, Tucson, Columbus, Cleveland, Bedford, Westminster, Pueblo, White Marsh, Ijamsville, Detroit, Las Vegas, Totowa, Portland, Pleasant Grove, Salt Lake City, Tacoma, Marion, Wilmington, Washington, Honolulu, Louisville, New Orleans, Cumberland, Minneapolis, Saint Louis, Lincoln, Oklahoma City, Abingdon, Lexington, Huntsville, Blythewood, Delaware Township, Milwaukee

Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest, West Coast, Pacific Northwest

Lancaster, TX; Waltham, MA; Houston, TX; Dallas, TX; San Antonio, TX; Boston, MA; Pflugerville, TX; El Paso, TX; Irmo, SC; Red Bank, SC; Dentsville, SC; Boiling Springs, SC; Lyman, SC; Woodruff, SC; Moncks Corner, SC; Greenville, SC; Easley, SC; Simpsonville, SC; Travelers Rest, SC; Los Angeles, CA; Compton, CA; La Habra, CA; Stanton, CA; Bellflower, CA; Signal Hill, CA; Long Beach, CA; Long Beach, CA; Los Angeles, CA; San Diego, CA; San Diego, CA; San Diego, CA; San Diego, CA; San Bernardino, CA; Santa Ana, CA; Palmdale, CA; Pittsburg, CA; Oakland, CA; Stockton, CA; Stockton, CA; West Sacramento, CA; Dallas, TX; Dallas, TX; Chapin, SC; Gilbert, SC; Houston, TX; Houston, TX; Houston, TX; Elmendorf, TX; San Antonio, TX; San Antonio, TX; Austin, TX; Jacksonville, FL; Jacksonville, FL; Gainesville, FL; Key Largo, FL; North Miami Beach, FL; Delray Beach, FL; Dade City, FL; Plant City, FL; Tampa, FL; Clearwater, FL; Largo, FL; Hernando, FL; Port Richey, FL; Harrisburg, PA; York, PA; Lititz, PA; Loyalsock Township, PA; Sunbury, PA; Shamokin, PA; Lower Merion Township, PA; Philadelphia, PA; Reading, PA; La Vergne, TN; Chattanooga, TN; Knoxville, TN; Memphis, TN; Memphis, TN; Houston, TX; Houston, TX; Memphis, TN; Memphis, TN; New York, NY; Town of Pelham, NY; New York, NY; City of Schenectady, NY; Buffalo, NY; Buffalo, NY; City of Rochester, NY; Decatur, GA; Fairburn, GA; Jonesboro, GA; Atlanta, GA; East Point, GA; Trenton, GA; Macon, GA; Fairfield, AL; Birmingham, AL; Center Point, AL; Madison, AL; Montgomery, AL; Mebane, NC; Gastonia, NC; Charlotte, NC; Charlotte, NC; Boone, NC; Chicago Heights, IL; Chicago, IL; Chicago, IL; Chicago, IL; Chicago, IL; Albuquerque, NM; Albuquerque, NM; Albuquerque, NM; Memphis, TN; Memphis, TN; Tucson, AZ; Columbus, OH; Cleveland, OH; Bedford, OH; Westminster, CO; Pueblo, CO; White Marsh, MD; Ijamsville, MD; Detroit, MI; Detroit, MI; Las Vegas, NV; Las Vegas, NV; Totowa, NJ; Trenton, NJ; Portland, OR; Pleasant Grove, UT; Salt Lake City, UT; Tacoma, WA; Marion, AR; Wilmington, DE; Washington, DC; Honolulu, HI; Louisville, KY; Louisville, KY; Louisville, KY; Louisville, KY; New Orleans, LA; Cumberland, ME; Minneapolis, MN; Saint Louis, MO; Lincoln, NE; Lincoln, NE; Oklahoma City, OK; Abingdon, VA; Phoenix, AZ; Phoenix, AZ; Lexington, SC; Huntsville, TX; Blythewood, SC; Dallas, TX; Delaware Township, PA; Memphis, TN; City of Rochester, NY; Albuquerque, NM; Portland, OR; Milwaukee, WI

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Comcast Broadband To The Home Technicians (Rate card straight from the prime). Multiple locations

If you are currently working under a subcontractor and NOT connected directly with a Prime Contractor, you are leaving money on the table.  We have developed a program that allows skilled independent technicians that want to take Broadband to the Home Routes through 1099.careers and receive the rate card that is direct from the Prime.  No more middleman.   We are looking for skilled technicians that want to own their own routes and get the support to run like a company.   Work Description:  What you’ll do (Scope of Work) ·         Perform residential broadband installations, upgrades, and service changes ·         Troubleshoot and repair customer connectivity issues (no/slow internet, intermittent service, Wi-Fi performance, signal loss) ·         Install, replace, and activate customer premises equipment (CPE): modems, gateways, ONTs, routers, set-top equipment (as applicable) ·         Run and terminate coax and/or Ethernet as required; install wall plates, connectors, splitters, grounding/bonding to spec ·         Test and verify service performance using approved meters/apps (signal levels, ingress/egress, throughput, latency) ·         Configure and validate in-home Wi-Fi (SSID setup, passwording, device connectivity, basic mesh/extender setup) ·         Educate customers on equipment placement, basic troubleshooting, and best practices (without overpromising) ·         Maintain clean, code-compliant workmanship (proper routing, stapling/fastening, drip loops, weatherproofing, labeling) ·         Follow all safety requirements and site rules; complete required checklists and documentation ·         Document each job accurately: work performed, materials used, test results, photos (when required), and customer sign-off ·         Communicate proactively with dispatch/field support on delays, access issues, or escalations Required skills & experience ·         Proven experience performing residential broadband installs and service calls (cable, fiber, or fixed wireless) ·         Strong troubleshooting ability across the full path: drop to demarc to in-home network ·         Working knowledge of: o   RF fundamentals (for coax): signal levels, SNR/MER, ingress/egress, splitters/amplifiers o   Fiber fundamentals (if applicable): basic FTTH concepts, ONT placement, light-level awareness o   Home networking: Ethernet, Wi-Fi standards, basic router configuration, IP/DHCP basics ·         Ability to read work orders, follow install standards, and meet quality metrics ·         Customer-facing communication skills (calm, clear, professional) ·         Comfortable working in residential environments: attics, crawlspaces, ladders, tight spaces, varying weather Tools, equipment & requirements (1099) ·         Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle ·         Smartphone capable of running required apps and capturing photos ·         Standard technician toolset appropriate to the work type (examples): o   Hand tools, drill/bits, fish tape/rods, ladder(s) o   Coax tools: compression tools, strippers, connectors, toner (as needed) o   Test equipment appropriate to the network (signal meter/DSAM or equivalent when required) ·         Ability to pass any client-required background check and/or drug screening (when required) ·         Ability to maintain required insurance and compliance documentation as a 1099 contractor (details provided during onboarding)

Telecommunications/IT · Cable · Contract

Chester, Wilmington, Philadelphia

Northeast, Southeast

Chester, PA; Wilmington, DE; Philadelphia, PA

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Fiber Characterization Technician (Traveling - all expenses covered). Multiple locations

Seeking an experienced 1099 Fiber Characterization Technician to travel to project sites and perform fiber testing, characterization, and documentation for new builds, turn-ups, and troubleshooting. This is a field-first role for someone who can work independently, produce clean test results, and communicate findings clearly. Scope of Work / Responsibilities Travel to job sites (regional and/or nationwide) to perform fiber characterization and acceptance testing Perform Tier 1 and Tier 2 testing as required, including: OTDR testing (trace capture, event tables, span analysis; bidirectional testing when required) OLTS / insertion loss testing Power meter/light source testing, VFL, and basic continuity verification Inspect and clean fiber end faces; re-test to confirm results Identify and document issues such as: High loss, reflectance, macrobends, damaged fiber, poor splices, dirty connectors, incorrect routing Deliver accurate closeout documentation, including: OTDR traces and labeled files Tier 1 test results Pass/fail summaries aligned to project specs Coordinate with PMs, splicing crews, and construction teams to resolve failures quickly Maintain equipment readiness and calibration status Follow all site safety rules and any required compliance documentation (PPE, traffic control, site orientation, etc.) Required Experience / Qualifications Proven field experience performing fiber testing/characterization (OTDR + loss testing) Strong understanding of: OTDR fundamentals (dead zones, launch/receive fibers, reflectance, event interpretation) Tier 1 vs Tier 2 testing requirements Single-mode fiber, common connector types (SC/APC, SC/UPC, LC), and OSP environments Ability to read prints/fiber maps and work to customer specs Strong documentation habits (your results must be audit-ready) Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel/overnight as needed Preferred (Nice to Have) Experience with FTTH/OSP builds and closeout packages Familiarity with major test platforms (EXFO, Viavi, AFL, etc.) Understanding of bidirectional OTDR averaging and advanced trace analysis OSHA 10/30 and/or traffic control certification Splicing background (helpful, not required) Contractor Requirements (1099) Must provide own transportation and maintain required auto insurance (unless client provides otherwise) Must provide own standard hand tools and PPE (unless client provides otherwise) Must be able to pass any site-required onboarding (background check, drug screening, safety training) if applicable Deliverables Completed test packages (Tier 1 + OTDR where required) Labeled traces/results, summary report, and clear punch list of defects (if any)

Telecommunications/IT · Fiber · Contract

Fairfield, Birmingham, Marion, Phoenix, Tucson, La Habra, Philadelphia, Reading, Lexington, Boiling Springs, Greenville, La Vergne, Chattanooga, Knoxville, Memphis, Lancaster, Dallas, Houston, Huntsville, San Antonio, Stanton, Pflugerville, Austin, El Paso, Pleasant Grove, Salt Lake City, Tacoma, Bellflower, Signal Hill, Long Beach, San Diego, San Bernardino, Santa Ana, Palmdale, Pittsburg, Oakland, Stockton, West Sacramento, Clearwater, Largo, Hernando, Fairburn, Atlanta, Westminster, Pueblo, Wilmington, Jacksonville, North Miami Beach, Delray Beach, Plant City, East Point, Macon, Honolulu, Louisville, New Orleans, White Marsh, Ijamsville, Detroit, Minneapolis, Mebane, Gastonia, Charlotte, Boone, Lincoln, Albuquerque, Las Vegas, Buffalo, Columbus, Cleveland, Bedford, Oklahoma City, Portland, Harrisburg, Lititz, Sunbury, Shamokin, Milwaukee

Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest, West Coast, Pacific Northwest

Birmingham, AL; Phoenix, AZ; Tucson, AZ; La Habra, CA; Philadelphia, PA; Reading, PA; Lexington, SC; Boiling Springs, SC; Marion, AR; Greenville, SC; La Vergne, TN; Chattanooga, TN; Knoxville, TN; Memphis, TN; Lancaster, TX; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Huntsville, TX; San Antonio, TX; San Antonio, TX; Fairfield, AL; Tacoma, WA; Stanton, CA; Pflugerville, TX; Austin, TX; El Paso, TX; Pleasant Grove, UT; Salt Lake City, UT; Bellflower, CA; Signal Hill, CA; Long Beach, CA; San Diego, CA; San Bernardino, CA; Santa Ana, CA; Palmdale, CA; Pittsburg, CA; Oakland, CA; Stockton, CA; West Sacramento, CA; Jacksonville, FL; North Miami Beach, FL; Delray Beach, FL; Plant City, FL; Clearwater, FL; Largo, FL; Hernando, FL; Fairburn, GA; Atlanta, GA; Westminster, CO; Pueblo, CO; Wilmington, DE; Macon, GA; Honolulu, HI; Louisville, KY; New Orleans, LA; White Marsh, MD; Ijamsville, MD; Detroit, MI; Detroit, MI; Minneapolis, MN; Mebane, NC; Gastonia, NC; Charlotte, NC; Charlotte, NC; Boone, NC; Lincoln, NE; Albuquerque, NM; Las Vegas, NV; Buffalo, NY; Columbus, OH; Cleveland, OH; Bedford, OH; Oklahoma City, OK; Portland, OR; Harrisburg, PA; Lititz, PA; Sunbury, PA; Shamokin, PA; East Point, GA; Milwaukee, WI

Benefits

All expenses covered, equipment shipped to site so flights are more enjoyable. 

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CCTV Field Technician in Los Angeles, CA 90040

Key Responsibilities Deploy, position, and commission mobile surveillance trailers at customer sites Install and configure network cameras (PTZ/bullet/panoramic/fisheye as applicable) Perform basic network setup and troubleshooting (routers/modems, connectivity checks, IP configuration as needed) Verify system functionality: camera views, recording status, alerts, power/charging performance, and communications links Perform maintenance/service calls: diagnostics, component swaps, cable management fixes, firmware/app updates as directed Follow site safety rules and maintain a professional job site presence Document work thoroughly (photos, checklists, notes, serials/asset IDs, commissioning confirmation) Communicate clearly dispatch/ops and escalate issues when needed   Required Experience & Skills Proven field experience installing/servicing one or more of the following: CCTV / IP camera systems / surveillance equipment Low-voltage systems (structured cabling, terminations, device mounting) Wireless connectivity / cellular routers / basic networking Ability to troubleshoot systematically (power, connectivity, device configuration) Comfortable working outdoors in varied conditions and on active jobsites Strong communication + documentation habits (you finish the job and the paperwork) Reliable transportation and ability to travel to job sites, as assigned Experience with solar/battery-powered field equipment (charging systems, battery banks, power management) Ladder/Lift/boom/scissor familiarity (where applicable and properly certified) Experience working on construction sites, retail sites, multifamily properties, or critical infrastructure environments Familiarity with NDAA-compliant surveillance environments   Tools & Equipment (Technician) Standard hand tools for mounting, fastening, and cable management Smartphone for photos/documentation and job updates Laptop/tablet for configuration and troubleshooting (preferred) Generator   Work Type / Classification 1099 Independent Contractor Work is project-based and/or service-call based Assignments may be local or travel-based depending on your coverage area

Security/Fire/Burg · Security · Contract

Commerce

West Coast

Commerce, CA

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CCTV Field Technician in Tucson, AZ 85719

Key Responsibilities Deploy, position, and commission mobile surveillance trailers at customer sites Install and configure network cameras (PTZ/bullet/panoramic/fisheye as applicable) Perform basic network setup and troubleshooting (routers/modems, connectivity checks, IP configuration as needed) Verify system functionality: camera views, recording status, alerts, power/charging performance, and communications links Perform maintenance/service calls: diagnostics, component swaps, cable management fixes, firmware/app updates as directed Follow site safety rules and maintain a professional job site presence Document work thoroughly (photos, checklists, notes, serials/asset IDs, commissioning confirmation) Communicate clearly dispatch/ops and escalate issues when needed   Required Experience & Skills Proven field experience installing/servicing one or more of the following: CCTV / IP camera systems / surveillance equipment Low-voltage systems (structured cabling, terminations, device mounting) Wireless connectivity / cellular routers / basic networking Ability to troubleshoot systematically (power, connectivity, device configuration) Comfortable working outdoors in varied conditions and on active jobsites Strong communication + documentation habits (you finish the job and the paperwork) Reliable transportation and ability to travel to job sites, as assigned Experience with solar/battery-powered field equipment (charging systems, battery banks, power management) Ladder/Lift/boom/scissor familiarity (where applicable and properly certified) Experience working on construction sites, retail sites, multifamily properties, or critical infrastructure environments Familiarity with NDAA-compliant surveillance environments   Tools & Equipment (Technician) Standard hand tools for mounting, fastening, and cable management Smartphone for photos/documentation and job updates Laptop/tablet for configuration and troubleshooting (preferred) Generator   Work Type / Classification 1099 Independent Contractor Work is project-based and/or service-call based Assignments may be local or travel-based depending on your coverage area

Security/Fire/Burg · Security · Contract

Tucson

Southwest

Tucson, AZ

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CCTV Field Technician in Phoenix, AZ 85015

Key Responsibilities Deploy, position, and commission mobile surveillance trailers at customer sites Install and configure network cameras (PTZ/bullet/panoramic/fisheye as applicable) Perform basic network setup and troubleshooting (routers/modems, connectivity checks, IP configuration as needed) Verify system functionality: camera views, recording status, alerts, power/charging performance, and communications links Perform maintenance/service calls: diagnostics, component swaps, cable management fixes, firmware/app updates as directed Follow site safety rules and maintain a professional job site presence Document work thoroughly (photos, checklists, notes, serials/asset IDs, commissioning confirmation) Communicate clearly dispatch/ops and escalate issues when needed   Required Experience & Skills Proven field experience installing/servicing one or more of the following: CCTV / IP camera systems / surveillance equipment Low-voltage systems (structured cabling, terminations, device mounting) Wireless connectivity / cellular routers / basic networking Ability to troubleshoot systematically (power, connectivity, device configuration) Comfortable working outdoors in varied conditions and on active jobsites Strong communication + documentation habits (you finish the job and the paperwork) Reliable transportation and ability to travel to job sites, as assigned Experience with solar/battery-powered field equipment (charging systems, battery banks, power management) Ladder/Lift/boom/scissor familiarity (where applicable and properly certified) Experience working on construction sites, retail sites, multifamily properties, or critical infrastructure environments Familiarity with NDAA-compliant surveillance environments   Tools & Equipment (Technician) Standard hand tools for mounting, fastening, and cable management Smartphone for photos/documentation and job updates Laptop/tablet for configuration and troubleshooting (preferred) Generator   Work Type / Classification 1099 Independent Contractor Work is project-based and/or service-call based Assignments may be local or travel-based depending on your coverage area

Security/Fire/Burg · Security · Contract

Phoenix

Southwest

Phoenix, AZ

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CCTV Field Technician in Marion, AR 72364

Key Responsibilities Deploy, position, and commission mobile surveillance trailers at customer sites Install and configure network cameras (PTZ/bullet/panoramic/fisheye as applicable) Perform basic network setup and troubleshooting (routers/modems, connectivity checks, IP configuration as needed) Verify system functionality: camera views, recording status, alerts, power/charging performance, and communications links Perform maintenance/service calls: diagnostics, component swaps, cable management fixes, firmware/app updates as directed Follow site safety rules and maintain a professional job site presence Document work thoroughly (photos, checklists, notes, serials/asset IDs, commissioning confirmation) Communicate clearly dispatch/ops and escalate issues when needed   Required Experience & Skills Proven field experience installing/servicing one or more of the following: CCTV / IP camera systems / surveillance equipment Low-voltage systems (structured cabling, terminations, device mounting) Wireless connectivity / cellular routers / basic networking Ability to troubleshoot systematically (power, connectivity, device configuration) Comfortable working outdoors in varied conditions and on active jobsites Strong communication + documentation habits (you finish the job and the paperwork) Reliable transportation and ability to travel to job sites, as assigned Experience with solar/battery-powered field equipment (charging systems, battery banks, power management) Ladder/Lift/boom/scissor familiarity (where applicable and properly certified) Experience working on construction sites, retail sites, multifamily properties, or critical infrastructure environments Familiarity with NDAA-compliant surveillance environments   Tools & Equipment (Technician) Standard hand tools for mounting, fastening, and cable management Smartphone for photos/documentation and job updates Laptop/tablet for configuration and troubleshooting (preferred) Generator   Work Type / Classification 1099 Independent Contractor Work is project-based and/or service-call based Assignments may be local or travel-based depending on your coverage area

Security/Fire/Burg · Security · Contract

Marion

Southeast

Marion, AR

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CCTV Field Technician in Madison, AL 35756

Key Responsibilities Deploy, position, and commission mobile surveillance trailers at customer sites Install and configure network cameras (PTZ/bullet/panoramic/fisheye as applicable) Perform basic network setup and troubleshooting (routers/modems, connectivity checks, IP configuration as needed) Verify system functionality: camera views, recording status, alerts, power/charging performance, and communications links Perform maintenance/service calls: diagnostics, component swaps, cable management fixes, firmware/app updates as directed Follow site safety rules and maintain a professional job site presence Document work thoroughly (photos, checklists, notes, serials/asset IDs, commissioning confirmation) Communicate clearly dispatch/ops and escalate issues when needed   Required Experience & Skills Proven field experience installing/servicing one or more of the following: CCTV / IP camera systems / surveillance equipment Low-voltage systems (structured cabling, terminations, device mounting) Wireless connectivity / cellular routers / basic networking Ability to troubleshoot systematically (power, connectivity, device configuration) Comfortable working outdoors in varied conditions and on active jobsites Strong communication + documentation habits (you finish the job and the paperwork) Reliable transportation and ability to travel to job sites, as assigned Experience with solar/battery-powered field equipment (charging systems, battery banks, power management) Ladder/Lift/boom/scissor familiarity (where applicable and properly certified) Experience working on construction sites, retail sites, multifamily properties, or critical infrastructure environments Familiarity with NDAA-compliant surveillance environments   Tools & Equipment (Technician) Standard hand tools for mounting, fastening, and cable management Smartphone for photos/documentation and job updates Laptop/tablet for configuration and troubleshooting (preferred) Generator   Work Type / Classification 1099 Independent Contractor Work is project-based and/or service-call based Assignments may be local or travel-based depending on your coverage area

Security/Fire/Burg · Security · Contract

Madison

Southeast

Madison, AL

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CCTV Field Technician in Harrisburg, PA 17104

Key Responsibilities Deploy, position, and commission mobile surveillance trailers at customer sites Install and configure network cameras (PTZ/bullet/panoramic/fisheye as applicable) Perform basic network setup and troubleshooting (routers/modems, connectivity checks, IP configuration as needed) Verify system functionality: camera views, recording status, alerts, power/charging performance, and communications links Perform maintenance/service calls: diagnostics, component swaps, cable management fixes, firmware/app updates as directed Follow site safety rules and maintain a professional job site presence Document work thoroughly (photos, checklists, notes, serials/asset IDs, commissioning confirmation) Communicate clearly dispatch/ops and escalate issues when needed   Required Experience & Skills Proven field experience installing/servicing one or more of the following: CCTV / IP camera systems / surveillance equipment Low-voltage systems (structured cabling, terminations, device mounting) Wireless connectivity / cellular routers / basic networking Ability to troubleshoot systematically (power, connectivity, device configuration) Comfortable working outdoors in varied conditions and on active jobsites Strong communication + documentation habits (you finish the job and the paperwork) Reliable transportation and ability to travel to job sites, as assigned Experience with solar/battery-powered field equipment (charging systems, battery banks, power management) Ladder/Lift/boom/scissor familiarity (where applicable and properly certified) Experience working on construction sites, retail sites, multifamily properties, or critical infrastructure environments Familiarity with NDAA-compliant surveillance environments   Tools & Equipment (Technician) Standard hand tools for mounting, fastening, and cable management Smartphone for photos/documentation and job updates Laptop/tablet for configuration and troubleshooting (preferred) Generator   Work Type / Classification 1099 Independent Contractor Work is project-based and/or service-call based Assignments may be local or travel-based depending on your coverage area

Security/Fire/Burg · Security · Contract

Birmingham

Southeast

Birmingham, AL

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Broadband Technician in Chester, PA 19013

What you’ll do (Scope of Work) ·         Perform residential broadband installations, upgrades, and service changes ·         Troubleshoot and repair customer connectivity issues (no/slow internet, intermittent service, Wi-Fi performance, signal loss) ·         Install, replace, and activate customer premises equipment (CPE): modems, gateways, ONTs, routers, set-top equipment (as applicable) ·         Run and terminate coax and/or Ethernet as required; install wall plates, connectors, splitters, grounding/bonding to spec ·         Test and verify service performance using approved meters/apps (signal levels, ingress/egress, throughput, latency) ·         Configure and validate in-home Wi-Fi (SSID setup, passwording, device connectivity, basic mesh/extender setup) ·         Educate customers on equipment placement, basic troubleshooting, and best practices (without overpromising) ·         Maintain clean, code-compliant workmanship (proper routing, stapling/fastening, drip loops, weatherproofing, labeling) ·         Follow all safety requirements and site rules; complete required checklists and documentation ·         Document each job accurately: work performed, materials used, test results, photos (when required), and customer sign-off ·         Communicate proactively with dispatch/field support on delays, access issues, or escalations Required skills & experience ·         Proven experience performing residential broadband installs and service calls (cable, fiber, or fixed wireless) ·         Strong troubleshooting ability across the full path: drop to demarc to in-home network ·         Working knowledge of: o   RF fundamentals (for coax): signal levels, SNR/MER, ingress/egress, splitters/amplifiers o   Fiber fundamentals (if applicable): basic FTTH concepts, ONT placement, light-level awareness o   Home networking: Ethernet, Wi-Fi standards, basic router configuration, IP/DHCP basics ·         Ability to read work orders, follow install standards, and meet quality metrics ·         Customer-facing communication skills (calm, clear, professional) ·         Comfortable working in residential environments: attics, crawlspaces, ladders, tight spaces, varying weather Tools, equipment & requirements (1099) ·         Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle ·         Smartphone capable of running required apps and capturing photos ·         Standard technician toolset appropriate to the work type (examples): o   Hand tools, drill/bits, fish tape/rods, ladder(s) o   Coax tools: compression tools, strippers, connectors, toner (as needed) o   Test equipment appropriate to the network (signal meter/DSAM or equivalent when required) ·         Ability to pass any client-required background check and/or drug screening (when required) ·         Ability to maintain required insurance and compliance documentation as a 1099 contractor (details provided during onboarding)

Telecommunications/IT · Cable · Contract

Chester, PA 19013

Chester, PA

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Broadband Technician in Swedesboro, NJ 08085

What you’ll do (Scope of Work) ·         Perform residential broadband installations, upgrades, and service changes ·         Troubleshoot and repair customer connectivity issues (no/slow internet, intermittent service, Wi-Fi performance, signal loss) ·         Install, replace, and activate customer premises equipment (CPE): modems, gateways, ONTs, routers, set-top equipment (as applicable) ·         Run and terminate coax and/or Ethernet as required; install wall plates, connectors, splitters, grounding/bonding to spec ·         Test and verify service performance using approved meters/apps (signal levels, ingress/egress, throughput, latency) ·         Configure and validate in-home Wi-Fi (SSID setup, passwording, device connectivity, basic mesh/extender setup) ·         Educate customers on equipment placement, basic troubleshooting, and best practices (without overpromising) ·         Maintain clean, code-compliant workmanship (proper routing, stapling/fastening, drip loops, weatherproofing, labeling) ·         Follow all safety requirements and site rules; complete required checklists and documentation ·         Document each job accurately: work performed, materials used, test results, photos (when required), and customer sign-off ·         Communicate proactively with dispatch/field support on delays, access issues, or escalations Required skills & experience ·         Proven experience performing residential broadband installs and service calls (cable, fiber, or fixed wireless) ·         Strong troubleshooting ability across the full path: drop to demarc to in-home network ·         Working knowledge of: o   RF fundamentals (for coax): signal levels, SNR/MER, ingress/egress, splitters/amplifiers o   Fiber fundamentals (if applicable): basic FTTH concepts, ONT placement, light-level awareness o   Home networking: Ethernet, Wi-Fi standards, basic router configuration, IP/DHCP basics ·         Ability to read work orders, follow install standards, and meet quality metrics ·         Customer-facing communication skills (calm, clear, professional) ·         Comfortable working in residential environments: attics, crawlspaces, ladders, tight spaces, varying weather Tools, equipment & requirements (1099) ·         Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle ·         Smartphone capable of running required apps and capturing photos ·         Standard technician toolset appropriate to the work type (examples): o   Hand tools, drill/bits, fish tape/rods, ladder(s) o   Coax tools: compression tools, strippers, connectors, toner (as needed) o   Test equipment appropriate to the network (signal meter/DSAM or equivalent when required) ·         Ability to pass any client-required background check and/or drug screening (when required) ·         Ability to maintain required insurance and compliance documentation as a 1099 contractor (details provided during onboarding)

Telecommunications/IT · Cable · Contract

Swedesboro, NJ 08085

Swedesboro, NJ

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Broadband Technician in New Castle, DE 19720

What you’ll do (Scope of Work) ·         Perform residential broadband installations, upgrades, and service changes ·         Troubleshoot and repair customer connectivity issues (no/slow internet, intermittent service, Wi-Fi performance, signal loss) ·         Install, replace, and activate customer premises equipment (CPE): modems, gateways, ONTs, routers, set-top equipment (as applicable) ·         Run and terminate coax and/or Ethernet as required; install wall plates, connectors, splitters, grounding/bonding to spec ·         Test and verify service performance using approved meters/apps (signal levels, ingress/egress, throughput, latency) ·         Configure and validate in-home Wi-Fi (SSID setup, passwording, device connectivity, basic mesh/extender setup) ·         Educate customers on equipment placement, basic troubleshooting, and best practices (without overpromising) ·         Maintain clean, code-compliant workmanship (proper routing, stapling/fastening, drip loops, weatherproofing, labeling) ·         Follow all safety requirements and site rules; complete required checklists and documentation ·         Document each job accurately: work performed, materials used, test results, photos (when required), and customer sign-off ·         Communicate proactively with dispatch/field support on delays, access issues, or escalations Required skills & experience ·         Proven experience performing residential broadband installs and service calls (cable, fiber, or fixed wireless) ·         Strong troubleshooting ability across the full path: drop to demarc to in-home network ·         Working knowledge of: o   RF fundamentals (for coax): signal levels, SNR/MER, ingress/egress, splitters/amplifiers o   Fiber fundamentals (if applicable): basic FTTH concepts, ONT placement, light-level awareness o   Home networking: Ethernet, Wi-Fi standards, basic router configuration, IP/DHCP basics ·         Ability to read work orders, follow install standards, and meet quality metrics ·         Customer-facing communication skills (calm, clear, professional) ·         Comfortable working in residential environments: attics, crawlspaces, ladders, tight spaces, varying weather Tools, equipment & requirements (1099) ·         Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle ·         Smartphone capable of running required apps and capturing photos ·         Standard technician toolset appropriate to the work type (examples): o   Hand tools, drill/bits, fish tape/rods, ladder(s) o   Coax tools: compression tools, strippers, connectors, toner (as needed) o   Test equipment appropriate to the network (signal meter/DSAM or equivalent when required) ·         Ability to pass any client-required background check and/or drug screening (when required) ·         Ability to maintain required insurance and compliance documentation as a 1099 contractor (details provided during onboarding)

Telecommunications/IT · Cable · Contract

New Castle, DE 19720

Northeast

New Castle, DE

Skills: Broadband to the Home Installation

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Commercial Equipment Installation, Maintenance & Repair (POS / Inventory / ATM). Multiple locations

Overview:  Install, replace, and service commercial equipment at customer sites. Typical devices include POS terminals, receipt printers, barcode scanners, cash drawers, inventory/handheld devices, kiosks, and ATM-related components (scope varies by client). Scope of Work (What you’ll do) ·         New installs and swaps: o   Unbox, stage, mount/secure, cable, and power devices o   Connect peripherals (USB/serial/Ethernet), perform basic configuration steps per runbook ·         Break/fix and troubleshooting: o   Diagnose power, connectivity, peripheral failures, paper jams, device errors o   Replace FRUs (field replaceable units) per client instructions ·         Connectivity validation: o   Confirm network connection (wired/Wi‑Fi where applicable), verify device check-in ·         Site coordination: o   Work with store managers, follow access rules, complete after-hours installs when required ·         Documentation: o   Capture serial numbers, asset tags, photos, and completion notes o   Package/return failed parts when required (RMA process) Required skills & experience ·         Commercial field services experience (retail/branch environments preferred) ·         Strong hands-on hardware skills and ability to follow runbooks precisely ·         Comfortable with basic networking concepts (IP, Ethernet, Wi‑Fi) and troubleshooting ·         Professional, customer-facing communication and clean work habits Tools & requirements (1099) ·         Reliable vehicle, smartphone/tablet ·         Basic hand tools; ESD-safe practices recommended ·         Ability to lift/move equipment as required by the job (varies by device) ·         Background check/drug screen when required (common for financial/ATM work) ·         Ability to maintain required insurance/compliance documentation as a 1099 contractor ·         Equipment installed/swapped, powered, and validated per checklist ·         All serials/asset tags recorded; photos and closeout notes submitted ·         Any unresolved issues escalated with clear symptoms and steps taken

Telecommunications/IT · General Telecom · Contract

Orange Park, Orlando, Philadelphia , Town Creek, Conway East, New York, Virginia Beach, Jackson, Thornhurst, Middletown, Bethel Park, Raleigh, Fayetteville, Greenville, Boston

Northeast, Southeast

Orange Park, FL; Orlando, FL; Philadelphia , PA; Town Creek, NC; Bethel Park, PA; Raleigh, NC; Fayetteville, NC; Conway East, SC; New York, NY; Virginia Beach, VA; Jackson, ME; Thornhurst, PA; Middletown, PA; Greenville, NC; Boston, MA

Skills: Structured cabling (Cat5/Cat6), Network troubleshooting, Coax installation, Phone/VoIP systems, Wireless/WiFi installation, Data center work

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Commercial Low-Voltage Cabler (Data/Voice). Multiple locations

Overview Install and service structured cabling in commercial settings. Work includes new drops, repairs, re-terminations, and cleanup of existing cabling to standard. Scope of Work (What you’ll do) ·         Pull, route, and secure low-voltage cabling: o   Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6A (and coax/fiber patching if qualified) ·         Terminate and test: o   Keystone jacks, patch panels, surface boxes, wall plates o   Certify/test with appropriate tester (continuity/qualification/certification as required) ·         Install pathways and supports: o   J-hooks, cable tray, conduit stubs (where permitted), sleeves, firestopping coordination ·         Troubleshoot and repair: o   Bad pairs, opens/shorts, damaged runs, intermittent drops, labeling issues ·         Maintain labeling and documentation: o   Drop labels, panel labels, as-builts/redlines when required ·         Keep sites clean and customer-ready: o   Ceiling tile handling, debris removal, cable management standards Required skills & experience ·         Proven commercial cabling experience (new build and service) ·         Familiarity with TIA/EIA best practices (bend radius, separation, support, labeling) ·         Comfortable working on lifts/ladders and in ceilings/IDF spaces Tools & requirements (1099) ·         Standard cabling toolset: o   Punchdown tool, crimpers, strippers, toner/probe, fish tape/rods o   Labeler, drill/bits, ladder; lift certification if operating lifts o   Tester appropriate to scope (at minimum qualification; certification preferred) ·         PPE and ability to follow site safety rules ·         Background check/drug screen when required Deliverables / “Done means” ·         Drops installed/terminated to spec and tested ·         Labels applied at both ends; panel schedules updated when required

Telecommunications/IT · General Telecom · Contract

Bellflower, Wilmington, Largo, Alton, Portland, Auburn, Newport, Plymouth, Edgartown, Branford, Edison, Plainsboro, Philadelphia, Toms River, Virginia Beach, McDonough, Floresville, Elgin, Mebane, Boone, Lincoln, Oklahoma City, Sunbury, Reading, Greenville, La Vergne, Memphis, Lancaster, Marion, Brookline, East Orange, Pflugerville, Salt Lake City

Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest, West Coast

Bellflower, CA; Wilmington, DE; Largo, FL; Alton, ME; Portland, ME; Auburn, MA; Newport, RI; Plymouth, MA; Edgartown, MA; Branford, CT; Edison, NJ; Plainsboro, NJ; Philadelphia, PA; Toms River, NJ; Virginia Beach, VA; McDonough, GA; Floresville, TX; Elgin, TX; Mebane, NC; Boone, NC; Lincoln, NE; Oklahoma City, OK; Sunbury, PA; Reading, PA; Greenville, SC; La Vergne, TN; Memphis, TN; Lancaster, TX; Marion, AR; Brookline, MA; East Orange, FL; Pflugerville, TX; Salt Lake City, UT

Skills: Structured cabling (Cat5/Cat6), Network troubleshooting, Coax installation, Phone/VoIP systems, Wireless/WiFi installation, Data center work

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