Low Voltage Superintendent

Next Level Technician; South Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Level Technician is seeking a field operations supervisor for telecom and low-voltage projects in South Carolina. You will lead field crews, coordinate schedules, and ensure installations meet project specifications and QA/QC standards.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with hands-on fusion splicing, fiber testing, and proficiency in Smartsheet or Procore. OSHA 30 certification is required and a valid driver’s license is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in telecommunications, structured cabling, fiber optics, or commercial low-voltage construction.
• 2+ years supervising field crews on commercial construction or telecommunications projects.
• Hands-on experience with fusion splicing, fiber preparation, splice closures, fiber distribution, and fiber testing.
• Familiarity with ribbon fiber configurations, including 6-, 12-, and 24-fiber ribbon splicing.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and installation standards.
• Experience coordinating multiple trades, managing field crews, and maintaining project schedules.
• OSHA 30 certification required.
• Familiarity with project tracking and construction software such as Smartsheet or Procore
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations for commercial telecommunications and low-voltage construction projects, ensuring work is completed safely and per specs.
• Lead and coordinate field crews of technicians, lead technicians, and foremen to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Manage daily manpower, subcontractors, materials, equipment, and sequencing of critical project activities.
• Oversee fiber optic installation, preparation, fusion splicing, termination, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with project managers, general contractors, electrical contractors, and other trades to ensure proper installation sequencing.
• Conduct daily field briefings covering safety, logistics, materials, manpower, and project progress.
• Monitor installations for QA/QC standards and compliance with drawings and specs.
• Enforce OSHA standards, site safety plans, and client-specific protocols.
• Coordinate inspections, punch-list resolution, testing, and project closeout documentation.
• Forecast labor, materials, lifts, testing equipment, and tools weeks in advance.
• Identify constructability issues and scheduling conflicts, communicating concerns to leadership.
• Track material flow and ensure timely delivery of installation components.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Project coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft 365

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

Smartsheet

Procore

MS Office

Job description

• Oversee daily field operations for commercial telecommunications and low-voltage construction projects, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications
• Lead and coordinate field crews of technicians, lead technicians, and foremen to meet project deadlines and quality standards
• Manage daily manpower, subcontractors, materials, equipment, and sequencing of critical project activities
• Oversee fiber optic installation, preparation, fusion splicing, termination, testing, and troubleshooting
• Lead installation of structured cabling, fiber backbones, cable pathways, grounding and bonding, and other low-voltage infrastructure
• Coordinate with project managers, general contractors, electrical contractors, and other trades to ensure proper installation sequencing and project alignment
• Conduct daily field briefings covering safety, logistics, materials, manpower, and project progress
• Monitor installations for compliance with quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) standards, drawings, and project specifications
• Enforce OSHA standards, site safety plans, and client-specific safety protocols
• Coordinate inspections, punch-list resolution, testing, and project closeout documentation
• Forecast labor, materials, lifts, testing equipment, and tools several weeks in advance
• Identify constructability issues, scheduling conflicts, and potential project delays, communicating concerns to project leadership
• Track material flow and ensure timely delivery of critical installation components
• Verify completed installations meet testing requirements and telecommunications industry standards
• Lead, mentor, and develop foremen, lead technicians, and field personnel
• Promote accountability, professionalism, productivity, and continuous improvement
• Support employee performance coaching and workforce planning in coordination with Operations

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 5+ years of experience in telecommunications, structured cabling, fiber optics, or commercial low-voltage construction
• 2+ years of experience supervising field crews on commercial construction or telecommunications projects
• Hands-on experience with fusion splicing, fiber preparation, splice closures, fiber distribution, and fiber testing
• Familiarity with ribbon fiber configurations, including 6-, 12-, and 24-fiber ribbon splicing
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and installation standards
• Experience coordinating multiple trades, managing field crews, and maintaining project schedules
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of fiber optic testing equipment, including OTDRs and other industry-standard testing tools
• Proficiency with construction reporting tools, mobile field technology, and Microsoft 365
• OSHA 30 certification required
• BICSI or manufacturer-specific telecommunications and fiber certifications strongly preferred
• Familiarity with project tracking and construction software such as Smartsheet or Procore
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical job site tasks, including walking extensive job sites, climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, and reaching