Lead Cabling Technician

Powernet Co.; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Mileage reimbursement

Anniversary gift

Employee referral program

Health insurance

HSA account

401(k) matching

Job summary

Powernet leads the way in wireless, voice, managed IT, and security solutions, seeking a Lead Cabling Technician to drive field projects to completion. You will direct crews, interpret blueprints, and ensure all installations meet BICSI/TIA standards while staying hands-on with copper and fiber work.

You will mentor cabling techs, keep sites safe and organized, and complete final turnover documentation, all while coordinating with project managers and customers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; 3+ years field cabling experience preferred.
• Proven ability to read construction drawings and cable schedules.
• Experience with testing and turnover documentation.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily field activities for cabling crews and assign tasks by skill level.
• Review project drawings, scope, pathways, labeling specs and equipment layouts before starting work.
• Maintain clean, safe, and compliant jobsites; enforce safety practices and protect occupied spaces.
• Lead pathway preparation, cable pulling, dressing, termination, labeling, and project closeout.
• Install Cat5e/6/6A copper and fiber systems, racks, patch panels, and grounding/bonding.
• Operate testing equipment, verify results, troubleshoot issues, and complete turnover docs.

Skills

Structured Cabling

Copper Cabling

Fiber Optics

Racks & Patch Panels

Pathways & Labeling

Grounding & Bonding

Testing Equipment

Halo PSA

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

BICSI Installer/Technician

Job description

At Powernet, we don’t just deliver top-tier wireless, voice, Managed IT, and security solutions—we make connecting businesses seamless, smart, and reliable. We’re a team of innovators, problem solvers, and tech enthusiasts who believe work should be rewarding, collaborative, and full of high-fives (virtual or in-person!). If you take pride in expert craftsmanship, love running field crews on dynamic construction sites, and enjoy turning complex floor plans into clean, rock-solid cabling infrastructure, you’ve found your crowd.

• Company vehicle / mileage reimbursement for field travel
• Anniversary gift plan
• Employee referral program
• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance available
• HSA Account
• 401(k) matching

What You’ll Be Doing (The Big Picture)

As our Lead Cabling Technician, you are the working field leader on assigned structured cabling projects! You’ll direct daily crew activities, interpret project blueprints, and ensure every installation meets strict BICSI/TIA standards and company quality. While remaining 100% hands‑on with pulling, terminating, testing, and troubleshooting copper and fiber infrastructure, you’ll serve as the go‑to mentor for cabling techs, keeping jobsites safe, organized, and moving on schedule.

Your Core Responsibilities

1. Field Crew Leadership & Jobsite Supervision

• Direct daily field activities for assigned cabling crews—assigning tasks based on tech skill levels, setting daily priorities, and monitoring installation quality.
• Review project drawings, scope details, pathways, cable schedules, labeling specs, and equipment layouts before initiating work.
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant jobsites, enforcing safety practices (ladder safety, PPE, cable handling) and protecting occupied customer spaces.
• Lead and participate directly in pathway preparation, cable pulling, dressing, termination, labeling, and project closeout.
• Execute installations across Category 5e/6/6A copper, fiber‑optic systems, equipment racks, patch panels, pathways, and grounding/bonding systems.
• Operate copper and fiber testing equipment, verify certification results, troubleshoot common performance issues, and complete final turnover documentation.

3. Communication, Material Tracking & Documentation

• Track field material usage, anticipate upcoming supply needs, and protect equipment from damage or loss.
• Document project progress, labor hours, and service notes accurately in Halo PSA while providing clear daily updates to Project Managers.
• Maintain professional communication with general contractors, end customers, and internal project managers (escalating scope changes, design conflicts, or access issues to management).

The Workspace & Physical Environment

This is an active field position located primarily at customer and construction sites (including offices, schools, equipment rooms, ceilings, attics, and rooftops). You should be comfortable climbing ladders up to 30 ft, working from elevated platforms, lifting equipment up to 120 lbs (with team assistance), and occasionally working overtime, nights, or weekends depending on project schedules.

What You Bring to the Table

• Field Experience: High School Diploma or GED required, with 3+ years of structured cabling field experience and a proven track record of leading small crews.
• Technical Mastery: Deep working knowledge of Cat 5e/6/6A copper, fiber optics, racks, patch panels, pathways, grounding/bonding, and labeling/testing practices.
• Blueprint Reading: Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, architectural floor plans, cable schedules, and project specifications.
• Documentation & Systems: Comfort using field test equipment, understanding test result graphics, and logging project updates accurately in tools like Halo PSA.
• Certifications (Preferred): BICSI Installer/Technician, manufacturer certifications, or OSHA safety training are highly preferred.
• Driver Requirements: Must possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to assigned job sites.