Lead Technician, Low Voltage

Jobtailor; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Des Moines, IA seeks a skilled supervisor to lead cabling projects, directing 5+ technicians and ensuring safety, quality, and profitability. You will coordinate material, labor, and timelines, while maintaining strong customer communication and reporting progress to Project Managers.

The role requires blueprints reading, 568A/B code knowledge, and hands-on installation of switches, routers, modems, and wireless access points.

Qualifications

• Experience leading projects with 5+ technicians.
• Ability to read blueprints and plan project scope.
• Strong verbal communication and timesheet accuracy.
• Knowledge of 568A/B color codes.
• Proficient with Fluke testers to verify voice/data.
• Experience with cabling categories, COAX, fiber.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and operate power tools.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Able to work 2nd/3rd shifts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Supervise projects and direct 5+ technicians to meet daily goals.
• Plan manpower, material and labor through job completion.
• Set crew objectives and report progress to management.
• Ensure HR, safety, and company policy compliance while meeting deadlines.
• Maintain quality, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
• Oversee account coordination and direct customer interaction.
• Prepare status reports and keep customers and Project Managers informed.

Skills

Cabling standards

Team supervision

Blueprint interpretation

Verbal communication

Time sheet management

Troubleshooting voice/data

Switches/routers/modems/WAPs

Fiber / Coax cabling

Power tools operation

Lifting 50 lbs

Tools

Fluke testers

Hilti guns

Hammer drills

Band saws

Power tools

Low voltage tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned projects, directing the work of 5+ technicians and ensuring daily goals are met
• Plan site manpower needs and manage material and labor through job completion
• Set crew objectives, track progress, and report updates to management
• Ensure compliance with HR, safety, and company policies while meeting project deadlines
• Maintain technical, quality, and profitability standards, ensuring top‑level customer satisfaction
• Oversee account coordination, including direct customer interaction and issue resolution
• Prepare and communicate status reports, keeping customers and Project Managers informed

Requirements

• Expertise in cabling standards with the ability to lead projects, delegate tasks, and supervise teams of 5+ technicians
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints and managing all aspects of project planning
• Strong communication skills (verbal) with a focus on accurate timesheet management and efficiency
• Terminate jacks, patch panels, 66/110 blocks, and follow 568A/B color codes
• Use Fluke testers to verify connections and troubleshoot voice/data issues
• Install and configure switches, routers, modems, and wireless access points
• Work with category cable, COAX, fiber (RG6, RG11, RG59), build out closets, and operate Hilti guns, hammer drills, band saws, and power tools
• Ability to lift/carry/setup a 50 pound box or ladder
• Must own low voltage tools (strippers, screwdrivers, wrenches)
• Able to work 2nd/3rd shift, overtime, and under pressure
• Must pass a 7‑year background check, drug screen, and physical
• Requires valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance