Lead Field Technician: Telecom Cabling & Team Leadership

Instrata; Stuarts Draft (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

On-site leadership role

Field travel

Job summary

Instrata is seeking a Lead Technician to oversee telecom cabling installations, tests, and field leadership across voice, data, fiber, and structured cabling systems.

You will train technicians, enforce safety standards, and ensure adherence to the Scope of Work on active job sites. A background in low‑voltage systems and relevant certifications is valued; on‑site work and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience installing telecom cabling, TCP/IP networks, CCTV and access control.
• Strong knowledge of safety practices and field workmanship standards.
• Ability to read and follow SoWs and field documentation.

Responsibilities

• Own installation: install, terminate, label, and test structured cable types including fiber.
• Train and mentor technicians on safety and quality standards.
• Enforce safety policies and elevate high-risk activities.
• Manage project documentation, QA checklists, and punch lists.
• Communicate with clients and internal teams to share updates and issues.
• Identify scope or resource changes and escalate when needed.
• Support RFC/FCO processes and scope changes as required.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and on-site delivery excellence.
• Provide feedback to field teams to improve execution.

Skills

Telecom cabling installation

TCP/IP networks

CCTV systems

Wireless systems

Access control systems

Strong documentation

Leadership / mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BICSI certification (plus)

OSHA certification

Tools

Installation planning tools

Client-facing reporting tools

Job description

Instrata is seeking a Lead Technician to oversee telecom cabling installations, tests, and field leadership across voice, data, fiber, and structured cabling systems.

You will train technicians, enforce safety standards, and ensure adherence to the Scope of Work on active job sites. A background in low‑voltage systems and relevant certifications is valued; on‑site work and travel may be required.