Low Voltage Technician/ CCTV Installer
2 days ago
Corona
Job Description Low-Voltage & Structured Cabling Technician – CCTV / Network Installation Per-Diem / Project-Based / Contract Opportunity NetOptima Inc. – Corona, CA NetOptima Inc. is seeking an experienced Low-Voltage & Structured Cabling Technician to support residential and commercial networking, structured cabling, CCTV, and IT infrastructure projects. We are looking for a hands-on technician who can complete clean, professional low-voltage installations from start to finish. The ideal candidate should be experienced in fishing and concealing wiring, installing Ethernet/network drops, terminat ing keystone jacks and wall ports, mounting CCTV and network equipment, testing cable runs, and maintaining professional cable management. This is a per-diem / project-based opportunity with strong potential for consistent weekly work as NetOptima continues to grow and aquire more govement contracts. About NetOptima Inc. NetOptima Inc. is a network optimization and IT services company focused on improving, upgrading, and optimizing residential and commercial network environments. Our work includes Wi-Fi and network optimization, structured cabling, Ethernet infrastructure, network drops, network racks, switches, routers, VLANs, CCTV/security camera systems, low-voltage installations, and related IT infrastructure. NetOptima places a strong emphasis on clean workmanship, concealed wiring, organized network equipment, properly terminated and tested cabling, reliable performance, and professional customer-facing installations. Job Responsibilities Responsibilities may include: • Install structured network cabling in residential and commercial properties, • Install Cat6, Cat6A, Cat7, and Cat8 network cabling as required by the project, • Install Ethernet/network drops and wired data connections, • Professionally fish cable through walls, attics, ceilings, soffits, eaves, crawl spaces, and other concealed pathways, • Route and secure cabling with minimal exposed wiring whenever practical, • Install low-voltage brackets, Ethernet wall plates, faceplates, and keystone jacks, • Terminate RJ45 connectors and Ethernet keystone jacks, • Terminate network cabling into patch panels, • Follow T568A/T568B wiring standards, with T568B commonly used on NetOptima projects, • Label network drops, cable runs, wall ports, and patch-panel ports, • Test and troubleshoot installed network cabling, • Verify continuity, wiremap, connectivity, and cable performance, • Mount and aim PoE CCTV cameras, including bullet, turret, dome, and similar camera types, • Install weatherproof junction boxes, glands, mounting hardware, and related components, • Drill clean cable-entry and mounting penetrations, • Professionally seal and weatherproof exterior penetrations, • Protect exterior Ethernet connections from moisture and exposure, • Install and organize wall-mounted network racks, • Install patch panels and cable-management hardware, • Install switches, routers, gateways, NVRs, UPS units, and related networking equipment, • Perform professional rack cable management, • Organize and label patch cables and network equipment, • Troubleshoot PoE connectivity and device-link issues, • Verify cameras and network devices are online and operating properly, • Assist with NVR setup and configuration, • Configure camera naming, recording settings, time/NTP, remote viewing, and mobile access when required, • Assist with UniFi switches, gateways, access points, VLANs, and other managed network equipment when applicable, • Follow written work orders, installation standards, and detailed deployment plans, • Assist with final system testing, commissioning, documentation, and customer walkthroughs, • Maintain a clean and professional job site throughout the installation Minimum Requirements • 2+ years of hands-on experience in low-voltage installation, structured cabling, CCTV, network infrastructure, or a related field, • Strong experience fishing, routing, concealing, and securing cable, • Experience working in walls, attics, ceilings, soffits, eaves, and other concealed spaces, • Experience installing residential and/or commercial Ethernet network drops, • Experience terminating Cat6 or similar structured cabling, • Experience installing and terminating keystone jacks, RJ45 connectors, Ethernet wall ports, and patch panels, • Working knowledge of T568A/T568B wiring standards, • Ability to use cable testers and troubleshooting equipment, • Ability to determine clean and efficient cable pathways, • Experience drilling through common residential and commercial building materials, • Ability to work independently and follow detailed project plans, • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, • Strong attention to detail, • Professional communication and customer-service skills, • Reliable transportation, • Valid driver's license, • Comfortable working on ladders, in attics, and in other physically demanding environments, • Ability to lift and carry ladders, cable boxes, tools, racks, and network equipment Tools Having your own professional low-voltage installation tools is strongly preferred. Useful tools may include: • Drill / impact driver, • Drill bits and hole saws, • Paddle/spade bits, • Fish tape, • Fish rods / glow rods, • Cable-pulling tools, • RJ45 termination tools, • Keystone punch-down tools, • Crimpers and wire strippers, • Cable cutters, • Cat6/network cable tester, • Tone generator and probe, • Label maker, • Multimeter, • Hand tools, • Ladder, • Flashlight / headlamp, • Stud finder, • Measuring tools, • Basic network troubleshooting equipment Applicants should indicate which tools they currently own. Strong Plus – Not Required • California C-7 Low Voltage Systems Contractor License, • Other applicable low-voltage certifications or licenses, • UniFi networking experience, • UniFi switches, gateways, and access points, • VLAN configuration, • Network segmentation, • Managed switches, • PoE switches, • Router/firewall configuration, • Network troubleshooting, • Network rack installation, • Patch-panel installation, • Professional rack cable management, • CCTV system configuration, • NVR/DVR configuration, • Remote-viewing setup, • Mobile security-camera app configuration, • PoE troubleshooting, • Network testing/certification equipment experience, • Fiber-optic cabling experience, • Commercial structured-cabling experience, • Smart-home networking or AV experience, • Ability to read floor plans, cable schedules, work orders, or deployment plans Workmanship Standards NetOptima places a strong emphasis on the finished quality of every installation. We are looking for technicians who understand that professional low-voltage work means more than simply getting a cable from one location to another. Technicians should be able to: • Hide wiring whenever practical, • Avoid unnecessary exposed cabling, • Use clean and logical cable routes, • Make professional wall, ceiling, and exterior penetrations, • Install wall plates neatly and level, • Properly terminate keystone jacks and network ports, • Secure and support cabling correctly, • Maintain clean cable routing and cable management, • Clearly label network drops and patch-panel ports, • Organize network racks professionally, • Keep patch cables clean, organized, and serviceable, • Properly weatherproof exterior installations, • Avoid exposed outdoor RJ45 connections, • Protect the customer's property while working, • Leave the work area clean when the job is complete We are looking for someone who takes pride in clean, professional installation work. Work Environment Projects may include: • Single-family homes, • Multi-story residences, • Offices, • Small businesses, • Commercial properties, • Network closets, • Garages, • Attics, • Exterior walls, • Eaves and soffits, • Network/rack rooms, • CCTV installations, • Existing network upgrades, • New Ethernet/network-drop installations Technicians should be comfortable adapting to different property layouts and cable-routing challenges. Schedule This position is currently: • Per-diem, • Project-based, • Scheduled according to active NetOptima installation projects Projects may range from individual installation days to multi-day deployments. Technicians who demonstrate strong workmanship, reliability, professionalism, and technical ability may receive consistent weekly work as additional projects become available. There may also be opportunities for expanded responsibilities and longer-term employment as NetOptima grows. Compensation • Per-diem / project-based compensation, • Compensation based on experience, skill level, tools, and project responsibilities, • Additional compensation may be available for technicians capable of handling:, • Complex cable routing, • Network rack builds, • Advanced troubleshooting, • Network upgrades, • UniFi configuration, • CCTV commissioning, • Lead-technician responsibilities Compensation will be discussed based on experience and project scope. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is someone who can arrive at a project, review the installation plan, identify a professional cable path, and complete the work with minimal supervision. We are especially interested in technicians with experience in both structured networking and CCTV installations who understand that the finished installation should look just as professional as it performs. This opportunity is best suited for someone who is dependable, technically capable, comfortable working in the field, and interested in growing with a developing network optimization and low-voltage company. To Apply Please include: • Years of low-voltage / structured-cabling experience, • CCTV installation experience, • Residential and/or commercial experience, • Networking experience, • Network rack experience, • Types of projects you have completed, • Tools you currently own, • Licenses or certifications, • Whether you hold a California C-7 license, • Photos of previous installation work, if available, • Current availability, • Desired hourly, daily, or project rate Company: NetOptima Inc. Location: Corona, California Position: Low-Voltage & Structured Cabling Technician – CCTV / Network Installation \nCompany Description NetOptima Inc. is a technology solutions provider based in Orange, California, dedicated to delivering high-performance networking, IT support, and smart home integration for residential and small-business clients across Southern California. Since starting operations in 2018 and formally incorporating in 2023, NetOptima has built a reputation for solving complex connectivity and technology challenges with precision and care. Our core expertise spans high-speed Wi-Fi optimization, structured cabling (Cat6–Cat8 and fiber optics), custom smart home and entertainment setups, and hardware diagnostics. Beyond core IT services, we are deeply committed to digital safety, offering supervised online environments, robust parental controls, and specialized Senior Tech Care to protect families and older adults from cyber threats and scams. At NetOptima, we pride ourselves on being reliable, knowledgeable, and customer-focused problem solvers who turn everyday technical headaches into seamless digital experiences. NetOptima Inc. is a technology solutions provider based in Orange, California, dedicated to delivering high-performance networking, IT support, and smart home integration for residential and small-business clients across Southern California.\n\nSince starting operations in 2018 and formally incorporating in 2023, NetOptima has built a reputation for solving complex connectivity and technology challenges with precision and care. Our core expertise spans high-speed Wi-Fi optimization, structured cabling (Cat6–Cat8 and fiber optics), custom smart home and entertainment setups, and hardware diagnostics. Beyond core IT services, we are deeply committed to digital safety, offering supervised online environments, robust parental controls, and specialized Senior Tech Care to protect families and older adults from cyber threats and scams.\n\nAt NetOptima, we pride ourselves on being reliable, knowledgeable, and customer-focused problem solvers who turn everyday technical headaches into seamless digital experiences.