Lead Telecom Technician: Field Installations & Leadership

HM STAFFING SOLUTIONS LLC; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HM Staffing Solutions LLC in Spartanburg, SC is seeking a driven Lead Technician to oversee telecom cabling installations across voice, data, fiber, and structured cabling systems. You will lead onsite teams, train technicians, enforce safety protocols, and ensure quality and schedule compliance on busy job sites.

This hands-on leadership role requires 2–5 years of field experience, strong knowledge of cabling standards, and the ability to coordinate with customers and project leaders to deliver

Qualifications

• 2–5 years hands-on experience installing telecom cabling, TCP/IP networks, CCTV, wireless, and access control systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort with power tools and hand tools.
• Solid understanding of ANSI/TIA/EIA cabling standards and National Electrical Code.
• Ability to install, terminate, and test low-voltage and fiber optic cables.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Experience with installation planning tools and client-facing reporting.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Install, terminate, label, and test all types of structured cable—twisted pair, coax, CAT-5/6, tray cable, and fiber (single-mode and multi-mode).
• Coach technicians on safety practices, quality standards, and installation methods. Ensure all work aligns with the SoW, on time and efficiently.
• Apply and enforce safety policies and elevate high-risk activities.
• Manage Instrata deliverables including: Order Package, SoW, Schedule, Budget, and Dependencies, SNAPSHOT and Network Diagrams, QA checklists, Punch Lists, and Closing Documentation
• Maintain clear communication with clients, internal teams, and other Lead Techs.
• Identify and assess changes to scope, schedule, or resources in real time—and elevate when necessary.
• Assist with scope changes using formal request processes as needed.
• Engage with clients to ensure expectations are met and identify opportunities to improve service and delivery.
• Provide feedback on field team development and work alongside project leaders to optimize execution.

Skills

Telecom cabling

TCP/IP networks

CCTV

Fiber optic testing

Leadership

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Cable testers

Job description

HM Staffing Solutions LLC in Spartanburg, SC is seeking a driven Lead Technician to oversee telecom cabling installations across voice, data, fiber, and structured cabling systems. You will lead onsite teams, train technicians, enforce safety protocols, and ensure quality and schedule compliance on busy job sites.

This hands-on leadership role requires 2–5 years of field experience, strong knowledge of cabling standards, and the ability to coordinate with customers and project leaders to deliver