Traveling Low Voltage Installer

Job Title: Low Voltage Installer

Pay Rate: $25-42 per hour

Housing: Provided 7 days per week

Per Diem: $68 per day, 7 days per week

Job Description

Join our team in replacing the access control system at Rock Island Arsenal. This role involves the installation of a new Identiv Access Control System and a Closed-Circuit Television system. The project requires you to work within a government facility, adhering to all applicable security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install the Identiv Access Control System and Closed-Circuit Television system.

• Perform cable pulling, installation of field devices, and field and head-end terminations.

• Test and program devices.

• Troubleshoot and utilize problem-solving skills to execute work efficiently and minimize return trips.

• Operate professionally within a government facility, adhering to security requirements.

Essential Skills

• Experience in low voltage installation and access control systems.

• Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools.

• Ability to read and understand blueprints.

• Experience with intrusion detection systems and structured cabling.

• Active secret security clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience installing systems on government sites.

• Certification in Software House (CCure 9000) and/or Identiv systems.

• Experience as a Tech 6 or equivalent, capable of acting as site lead and handling customer needs.

Why Work Here?

As a Veteran-Owned Small Business, we emphasize career development, offering opportunities to rise within technician levels and advance to roles such as engineer, project manager, or supervisor. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including 401(k), dental, vision, and health insurance, paid time off, and more.

Work Environment

Expect to work Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week, with typical hours from 7 AM to 3:30 PM. Some jobs may start at 6 AM or 8 AM. Enjoy two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch. Optional overtime is available. The role involves 100% travel with housing provided and per diem for meals and incidentals during travel.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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 Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.