Remote Lead Field Technician: Critical Infrastructure

SmartTech Contracting LLC; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Smart Tech Contracting LLC in El Paso, TX is seeking a Lead Field Technician – Critical Infrastructure to lead field execution on hyperscale data center projects, from 40 MW to 200 MW, coordinating trades and ensuring safety and schedule.

You will translate execution plans into daily actions, mentor field crews, and work with the Site Superintendent to resolve issues and maintain quality, on-site with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Experience in mission-critical, hyperscale, or complex MEP construction
• Demonstrated ability to direct field crews and coordinate subcontractors
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, safety practices, and quality control
• Experience reporting to Site/Superintendent on large-scale projects
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs, submittals, and schedules

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day field execution for assigned scopes, zones, or workstreams
• Direct STC field labor and coordinate subcontractors and trade partners
• Coordinate daily activities across trades including electrical, mechanical, automation, controls, networking, and commissioning
• Participate in daily coordination meetings, site walks, and trade alignment discussions
• Resolve routine field conflicts; escalate complex issues to the Site Superintendent

Skills

Field leadership

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Construction sequencing

Communication

Procore / BIM 360 / Autodesk Build

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Construction Management / Engineering / Electrical Technology

Tools

Procore

BIM 360

Autodesk Build

Job description

Smart Tech Contracting LLC in El Paso, TX is seeking a Lead Field Technician – Critical Infrastructure to lead field execution on hyperscale data center projects, from 40 MW to 200 MW, coordinating trades and ensuring safety and schedule.

You will translate execution plans into daily actions, mentor field crews, and work with the Site Superintendent to resolve issues and maintain quality, on-site with travel up to 25%.