Senior Cabling & Fiber Installations Lead

Instrata; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Instrata is seeking a Lead Technician to oversee installation activities for cabling and fiber optics, including termination, testing, labeling, and documentation. You will oversee technicians, enforce safety policies, and ensure work aligns with contract scope while maintaining quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires 2–5 years of telecom cabling experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of cabling & telecom install experience.
• Knowledge of ANSI/TIA/EIA cabling standards & NEC.

Responsibilities

• Train and oversee technicians on installation, safety, and procedures to meet the scope of work safely and on time.
• Enforce environmental, health, and safety policies.
• Provide feedback and development guidance to field team members.
• Utilize project management tools to track schedule, dependencies, and budget.
• Communicate with clients, management, and colleagues.
• Assess impact of scope changes in real time and escalate as needed.
• Provide status reports to internal/external contacts.
• Support for client contacts and technicians as needed.
• Meet with clients to gauge satisfaction and opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Power tools

Instruction following

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Fiber testing tools

Cable termination tools

Job description

Instrata is seeking a Lead Technician to oversee installation activities for cabling and fiber optics, including termination, testing, labeling, and documentation. You will oversee technicians, enforce safety policies, and ensure work aligns with contract scope while maintaining quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires 2–5 years of telecom cabling experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.