Senior Technician - Structured Cabling

Bosch Building Technologies; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 63,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Bosch Building Technologies in Vancouver seeks a Senior Technician - Structured Cabling to lead installation, testing, and maintenance of copper and fiber cabling. You will manage a team of technicians, coordinate with project managers, and ensure safety and quality across field operations.

The role requires deep cabling knowledge, strong leadership, and the ability to design and document complex layouts. Enjoy a hands-on leadership position with client-facing responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in structured cabling installation and maintenance.
• Deep knowledge of copper and fiber optic cabling standards and best practices.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Experience leading and managing a cabling crew.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with testing tools used in structured cabling.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Valid driver’s license and travel to client sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of structured cabling technicians in installation, termination, and testing of copper and fiber optic cabling.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to develop plans and timelines.
• Conduct site surveys and assess cabling requirements.
• Document cabling installations per standards and client specs.
• Install, terminate, and test copper and fiber components.
• Troubleshoot signal quality, connectivity, and performance issues.
• Ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain accurate cabling documentation and test results.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to integrate cabling with network infra.
• Design system layouts and configurations.
• Maintain safety and professionalism on site.
• Lead site-level projects and supervise junior technicians.

Skills

Structured cabling expertise

Industry standards knowledge

Interpreting technical drawings

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Testing equipment familiarity

Communication skills

Project management

Valid driver’s license & travel

Education

BICSI CFOT or manufacturer training

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

PREFFEREDQUALIFICATIONS

• 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

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• 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

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• 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

Company Info

Backed by more than a century of Bosch innovation, Bosch Building Technologies North America is driven by a simple belief: buildings should protect, inspire, and empower the people inside them. We partner with organizations to create smart, connected environments that feel safer, work smarter, and support a more sustainable future. With decades of regional experience and teams rooted in communities across North America, we bring together integrated security, fire detection, building automation, and energy solutions, all delivered by people who genuinely care. Our experts are committed to excellence, guided by digital innovation, and passionate about creating experiences that make every building feel like it’s working for you.

In 2026, Robert Bosch unified its global building technology integrator operations under the name of Bosch Building Technologies. As part of this transition, Paladin Technologies and Climatec combined their branch networks, creating a product-agnostic systems integrator focus on delivering flexible, future-ready solutions, offering customers an expanded, cross-domain service portfolio working as one cohesive team to deliver greater value under a stronger Bosch identity.

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.

We thank you for your application, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.