Lead Technician – Structured Cabling, Low Voltage

Jobtailor

Alabama

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Job summary

Jobtailor is hiring for a site supervision role in Alabama to lead low‑voltage installation teams on complex cabling projects. You will oversee crew performance, safety compliance, and progress reporting while coordinating with customers and project managers.

Ideal candidates have hands‑on experience with patch panels, switches, fiber and category cables, plus strong communication and leadership skills to ensure on‑time delivery and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

  • Must lead projects and supervise teams of 5+ technicians.
  • Able to read blueprints and manage project planning lifecycle.
  • Strong communication for timesheets, updates, and customer interaction.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise projects and direct the work of 5+ technicians.
  • Plan manpower needs and manage materials through completion.
  • Set crew objectives and report progress to management.
  • Ensure HR, safety, and policy compliance while meeting deadlines.
  • Maintain quality and profitability standards and customer satisfaction.
  • Oversee account coordination and direct customer interaction.
  • Prepare and communicate status reports to customers and Project Managers.

Skills

Project supervision
Cabling standards
Blueprint interpretation
Effective communication
Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or technical degree
Associate degree a plus

Tools

Fluke testers
Hilti guns
Power tools
Low voltage tools
Patch panels

Job description

  • Supervise assigned projects and direct the work of 5+ technicians
  • 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 and ensure customer satisfaction
  • Oversee account coordination, including direct customer interaction and issue resolution
  • Prepare and communicate status reports to customers and Project Managers
Requirements
  • Expertise in cabling standards and 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 with a focus on accurate timesheet management and efficiency
  • Ability to terminate jacks, patch panels, 66/110 blocks, and follow 568A/B color codes
  • Experience using Fluke testers to verify connections and troubleshoot voice/data issues
  • Ability to install and configure switches, routers, modems, and wireless access points
  • Experience working with category cable, COAX, fiber (RG6, RG11, RG59), building out closets, and operating 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
  • Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance
  • Professional working proficiency in English
  • Preferred certifications, not required: BICSI Technician or Installation Certification, OSHA 10, Powder Actuated Tools, Confined Space, CPR and First Aid, manufacturers' installation and maintenance certifications, Lift Certified
  • High school diploma, Associate's degree, or technical degree a plus
Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in project supervision, cabling standards, and team management while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Proficient in technical installations and customer interaction, with a focus on effective communication and project planning.

Highest-signal resume keywords
  • Project Supervision
  • Cabling Standards Expertise
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Fluke Tester Experience
  • Low Voltage Tool Proficiency
Hard Skills
  • Cabling Standards
  • Project Planning
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Jack Termination
  • Patch Panel Installation
  • Switch Configuration
  • Router Installation
  • Fiber Installation
  • Troubleshooting Voice/Data Issues
  • Category Cable Management
Soft Skills
  • Strong Communication
  • Team Leadership
  • Customer Interaction
  • Issue Resolution
  • Time Management
Certifications & Qualifications
  • BICSI Technician Certification
  • OSHA 10
  • Powder Actuated Tools Certification
  • Confined Space Certification
  • CPR and First Aid Certification
Industry Keywords
  • Safety Compliance
  • Technical Standards
  • Project Management
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Labor Management
Tools & Technologies
  • Fluke Testers
  • Hilti Guns
  • Hammer Drills
  • Band Saws
  • Power Tools
  • Switches
  • Routers
  • Modems
  • Wireless Access Points
  • Low Voltage Tools
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