Low Voltage Field Supervisor

Prime Partners; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Paid training and certification

Career growth with mentoring

Job summary

Prime Partners seeks a Field Supervisor for structured cabling and data center projects in Cedar Rapids. You will lead an on-site installation crew, ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence, and balance fieldwork (70%) with administrative duties (30%).

Willingness to travel to Cedar Rapids and possibly out-of-state for weeks at a time is required. Strong experience in large data center builds and PMBOK-aligned project management is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3-6 years in structured cabling or related construction work.
• Experience on large data center infrastructure projects, including quality and safety standards.
• 3+ years supervising or training crews, including scheduling and prioritizing work.
• OSHA 30 within the first 2 weeks in the role.
• BICSI Certified Technician within 12 months in the role.
• Working knowledge of pathways, spaces, horizontal cabling, copper and fiber backbone, cross-connects, interconnects, and testing.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Working knowledge of PMBOK standards.

Responsibilities

• Follow company and client safety policies on every job site.
• Supervise all phases of structured cabling installation.
• Plan, organize, and direct crew, materials, and equipment.
• Read and interpret floor plans, drawings, specifications, and cut sheets.

Skills

Supervise, train, and coach crews

Write SOPs

Work independently and as a team

Detail-oriented

Meet deadlines

Strong work ethic

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Visio

Job description

Field Supervisor - Structured Cabling / Data Center

Position Summary:

Lead an on-site installation team on structured cabling, data center, and specialty projects in Cedar Rapids. Deliver jobsite productivity, quality workmanship, and a safe work environment, and combine senior trade skills with project management to finish work on schedule and to standard. Expect to spend roughly 70% of your time in the field and 30% on administrative tasks.

We will consider out-of-state supervisors who are willing to travel to Cedar Rapids for weeks at a time before going home for a visit with family.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow company and client safety policies on every job site
• Supervise all phases of structured cabling installation
• Plan, organize, and direct crew, materials, and equipment
• Read and interpret floor plans, drawings, specifications, and cut sheets
• Test and troubleshoot systems as needed
• Validate the scope of work and project plan, and make sure the crew performs all work to the SOW and industry standards
• Maintain a 2-5 week look-ahead schedule with the Scheduling Administrator
• Report project status to the Scheduling Administrator for leadership and client updates
• Work with the Project Engineer to define compliant equipment and materials
• Mentor technicians and serve as the technical go-to on the crew
• Track recurring issues and lead the fix
• Share lessons learned across jobsites
• Approve PTO requests based on workload
• Give input for employee evaluations
• Use Outlook, Word, Excel, and Visio for daily reporting and documentation
• Travel as the project requires

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• 3-6 years in structured cabling or related construction work
• Experience on large data center infrastructure projects, including quality and safety standards
• 3+ years supervising or training crews, including scheduling and prioritizing work
• OSHA 30 within the first 2 weeks in the role
• BICSI Certified Technician within 12 months in the role
• Working knowledge of pathways, spaces, horizontal cabling, copper and fiber backbone, cross-connects, interconnects, and testing
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards
• Working knowledge of PMBOK standards

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• BICSI Installer 2 Copper
• BICSI Installer 2 Fiber
• BICSI RTPM (Registered Telecommunications Project Manager)
• Manufacturer certifications

Skills:

• Supervise, train, and coach installation crews
• Write and enforce standard operating procedures
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Pay close attention to detail and follow standards
• Meet deadlines
• Show initiative and a strong work ethic

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay range: $36-$47/hr, based on experience and certifications
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid training and certification support, including BICSI and manufacturer certifications
• Career growth with mentoring and advancement opportunities