Field Lead Technician - Low-Voltage & Cabling Expert

Instrata; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership opportunities

Career advancement in telecom

Job summary

Instrata seeks a Lead Technician to oversee voice, data, fiber, and structured cabling installations. You’ll lead hands-on work and on-site teams, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction across multiple trades.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of telecom cabling and data network experience, strong tool skills, and a proven ability to coach others while communicating clearly with clients and project leaders.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience installing telecom cabling, data networks, CCTV, wireless, and access control.
• Ability to install, terminate, and test low-voltage and fiber cables with accuracy.
• Strong documentation and field reporting skills; adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installations, test cables, and ensure quality per the SoW.
• Train field technicians and enforce safety and compliance on site.
• Manage client communication and coordinate with leaders on scope and schedule.
• Support field performance with feedback and process improvements.
• Lead in managing tools, diagrams, punch lists, and closing docs.

Skills

Telecom cabling

TCP/IP networks

CCTV systems

Fiber optics

Safety leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BICSI/OSHA certifications

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

ANSI/TIA/EIA standards knowledge

Job description

Instrata seeks a Lead Technician to oversee voice, data, fiber, and structured cabling installations. You’ll lead hands-on work and on-site teams, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction across multiple trades.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of telecom cabling and data network experience, strong tool skills, and a proven ability to coach others while communicating clearly with clients and project leaders.