Fiber Cabling Lead Technician — Team Leadership & Travel

Manatal; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Manatal is seeking an experienced Fiber Technician for full-time project and service assignments in the Shreveport area. You will lead structured cabling installations, manage small crews, and execute commercial low-voltage projects, with travel within a 46 hour radius of home base.

Independence and teamwork are valued as you ensure safety and quality. Responsibilities include installing and testing Cat5e/Cat6/fiber, reading blueprints, coordinating materials, and documenting test results.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of structured cabling experience in commercial or industrial settings.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior technicians and manage small on-site crews.
• Skilled in pulling, dressing, terminating, and testing low-voltage cables.
• Experience with copper, fiber optic, and coaxial systems; proficient with testers and labeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead structured cabling installations and assign tasks to team members.
• Install, terminate, and test Cat5e, Cat6, and fiber optic cabling systems.
• Install cable pathways including J-hooks, trays, and conduit.
• Perform troubleshooting, testing, and certification using Fluke or equivalent testers.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, floor plans, and wiring schematics.
• Maintain job site safety, ensure clean cable management, and follow building codes.
• Coordinate material deliveries, assess site readiness, and communicate with clients as needed.
• Complete project documentation such as as-builts, test results, and daily logs.
• Travel to job sites as needed (company or personal vehicle; mileage reimbursed).
• Support related tasks involving CCTV, access control, or infrastructure when necessary.

Skills

Structured cabling leadership

Team mentorship

Client communication

Testing & certification

Blueprint interpretation

Safety compliance

Driver's license

Tools

Fluke testers

Cable testers

Labeling tools

Hand tools

Job description

Manatal is seeking an experienced Fiber Technician for full-time project and service assignments in the Shreveport area. You will lead structured cabling installations, manage small crews, and execute commercial low-voltage projects, with travel within a 46 hour radius of home base.

Independence and teamwork are valued as you ensure safety and quality. Responsibilities include installing and testing Cat5e/Cat6/fiber, reading blueprints, coordinating materials, and documenting test results.