Senior Technician - Structured Cabling

Bosch Building Technologies North America; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 6,361,891 - 8,338,476; Full time

Job summary

Bosch Building Technologies North America is seeking a Senior Technician – Structured Cabling to design, install, and maintain structured cabling systems. You will lead technicians, oversee site planning and execution, and ensure adherence to standards and client specs.

The role emphasizes leadership, hands-on cabling work, and collaboration with project managers to deliver high-quality network infrastructure on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in structured cabling installation and maintenance.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards and best practices for copper and fiber optic cabling systems.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Experience leading and managing a team of cabling technicians.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with testing equipment and tools used in structured cabling.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to client sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of structured cabling technicians in the installation, termination, and testing of copper and fiber optic cabling systems.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to develop project plans and timelines.
• Conduct site surveys and assess requirements for cabling projects.
• Document structured cabling systems based on industry standards and client specifications.
• Install, terminate, and test copper and fiber optic cables, connectors, and related components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with cabling systems, including signal quality, connectivity, and performance.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation of cabling installations, including labeling, diagrams, and test results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cabling systems with other network infrastructure components.
• Design systems and layout.
• Maintain a high level of safety and professionalism.
• Lead projects at a site level, manage a team of junior technicians as necessary.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Structured cabling

Team leadership

Project planning

Troubleshooting

Drawings interpretation

Communication

Independent work

Travel

Education

BICSI CFOT (preferred)

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

As a Senior Technician – Structured Cabling, you will play a crucial role in the design, installation, and maintenance of structured cabling systems for our clients. You will lead a team of technicians and oversee the planning and execution of cabling projects, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices. Your expertise in structured cabling, along with your leadership abilities, will contribute to the successful delivery of high-quality solutions that meet our clients’ requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of structured cabling technicians in the installation, termination, and testing of copper and fiber optic cabling systems
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to develop project plans and timelines
• Conduct site surveys and assess requirements for cabling projects
• Document structured cabling systems based on industry standards and client specifications
• Install, terminate, and test copper and fiber optic cables, connectors, and related components
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with cabling systems, including signal quality, connectivity, and performance
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and safety guidelines
• Maintain accurate documentation of cabling installations, including labeling, diagrams, and test results
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cabling systems with other network infrastructure components
• Design systems and layout
• Maintain a high level of safety and professionalism
• Lead projects at a site level, manage a team of junior technicians as necessary
• Other duties as required

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in structured cabling installation and maintenance
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards and best practices for copper and fiber optic cabling systems
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and diagrams
• Experience leading and managing a team of cabling technicians
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Familiarity with testing equipment and tools used in structured cabling
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to client sites as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications (e.g., BICSI, CFOT, Specific Manufacturer training) are a plus

Professional Competencies

• Proper hand and power tool operations and safety
• Ability to solve practical problems and carry out responsibilities under minimal supervision
• Ability to organize workload for effective implementation
• Ability to complete projects on time and on budget
• Ability to write simple correspondence and present information in one-on-one and small group situations
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures
• Ability to function as an effective team member
• Ability to adapt as the external environment and organization evolves

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, climb, walk, sit, push, pull, squat, crawl, and stoop.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, and type on keyboard; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The use of power tools will be required to effectively perform this position.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over 1.8m (6 feet).

Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, work on job sites, may be required to travel to and from job site locations, may work in a typical office environment, and is occasionally exposed to construction equipment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Confined space entry may be required.
• High work may be required.

Pay Range: $32.83 ph – $43.03 ph D.O.E

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability & veterans, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email or call 1-855-296-3199 to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request.