Hiring for a Technician Helper in Nashville, TN
Job Description
The Technician Helper supports the installation of low voltage cabling systems on commercial and industrial job sites. This role focuses on pulling and running cable, assisting with installations, and handling general labor tasks while working closely with experienced technicians. It is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a motivated individual who wants to learn the low-voltage trade and build a long-term career in the field.
Responsibilities
Pull cable and run cabling through ceiling tiles and other building structures under the direction of senior technicians.
Assist with the installation of low voltage cabling systems, including data, fire alarm, and other low-voltage applications.
Use hand tools safely and effectively to support installation, fastening, and basic construction-related tasks.
Lift, carry, and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds as needed throughout the workday.
Organize, stage, and move materials on job sites to ensure work areas remain efficient and orderly.
Support termination and testing of data cables and low voltage wiring as directed after proper training.
Perform general labor tasks on commercial construction and industrial job sites, including cleanup and basic site preparation.
Assist with basic machine operation or equipment use in a manufacturing or construction environment when required.
Follow instructions from leads and project personnel to complete assigned tasks accurately and on time.
Read and work from spreadsheets or basic documentation to track materials, tasks, or project details as needed.
Comply with all safety procedures, including working only on non-energized systems and following site-specific safety rules.
Remain flexible to work overtime when needed and travel to various job sites within approximately 50 miles of the greater Nashville area.
Essential Skills
At least 1+ years of experience using hand tools in a work setting.
At least 1+ years of experience in construction, wiring, cable pulling, manufacturing, or a similar hands-on environment.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly throughout the shift.
Comfort working on commercial construction and industrial job sites, as well as existing commercial buildings.
Basic familiarity with low voltage, cable pulling, or wiring tasks, or a strong interest in learning these skills.
Ability to read and use spreadsheets for basic work tracking or documentation.
Reliable transportation and willingness to commute to multiple locations in the greater Nashville area, including Nashville, Smyrna, Murfreesboro, Franklin, Madison, and surrounding areas.
Willingness and availability to work overtime when required by project needs.
Motivated, entry-level mindset with a strong desire to learn a skilled trade and grow within the industry.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience working with low voltage cabling is a plus.
Exposure to data cable installation, termination, and testing is beneficial.
Experience in fire alarm, low voltage installation, or related systems is advantageous.
Experience as a cable puller or in a manufacturing environment is helpful.
Ability to assist with machine operation or construction-related equipment after training.
Demonstrated eagerness to learn, take direction, and develop into more advanced roles over time.
Openness to working across multiple project @types, including hospitals, schools, data centers, banks, and office buildings.
Why Work Here?
The company invests in entry-level talent by hiring individuals with little or no experience and providing comprehensive training in the low-voltage trade. Team members have clear opportunities for advancement, with many project leaders starting in entry-level roles and growing into leadership positions. Once brought on as a permanent employee, you gain access to a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and paid vacation and holidays. As you progress, you can qualify for lead roles that offer increased pay and eligibility for performance-based bonuses each quarter, creating a strong pathway for long-term career growth and financial stability.
Work Environment
This role is based on first shift, typically Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with overtime required as project needs arise. Work takes place on a variety of job sites, including commercial construction sites, industrial facilities, and existing commercial buildings such as hospitals, schools, data centers, banks, and office buildings. All active work sites are vacant for these projects, and you will not work with live wire, contributing to a safer installation environment. You will report to the office on your first day and then travel directly to assigned job sites thereafter. The position requires consistent commuting within roughly 50 miles of the greater Nashville area, including locations such as Nashville, Smyrna, Murfreesboro, Franklin, Madison, and similar surrounding areas. The work is hands-on and physically active, involving regular use of hand tools and basic construction equipment in a professional field setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $18.50/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 Nashville,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 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.
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.
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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):
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