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M. A. Mortenson Company; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with matching

Paid time off and holidays

Life/AD&D/disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Structured Cabling Foreman Technician to lead and coordinate the cabling crew on field projects. You will oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of structured cabling systems, ensuring quality and adherence to schedules.

You will mentor technicians, enforce safety policies, and collaborate with project teams to resolve issues and maintain timelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum five years of experience in structured cabling, telecom, or related construction field.
• Previous experience leading a crew of technicians or installers preferred.
• Strong knowledge of structured cabling systems, including fiber and copper infrastructure.
• Experience reading construction drawings, schematics, and project specs.
• Knowledge of industry standards: TIA/EIA, BICSI, and building codes.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, drawings, and cabling schedules to determine procedures.
• Lead and direct daily activities of the structured cabling crew.
• Assign tasks and monitor productivity to meet milestones.
• Install, test, and certify fiber optic and copper cabling systems.
• Ensure proper installation of cable pathways, trays, and rooms.
• Coordinate with project supervision and other trades on site.
• Provide technical guidance to crew members as needed.
• Maintain safety policies and conduct toolbox talks.
• Track hours, materials, and field activities; maintain daily reports.
• Provide training and mentorship to technicians.

Skills

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Team coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Structured Cabling ForemanTechnician

Mortenson is currently seeking a Structured Cabling Foreman Technician responsible for leading and coordinating the daily activities of a structured cabling installation crew. This position provides hands‑on leadership whileensuringall work is performed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications. The Structured Cabling Foreman Technician will oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of structured cabling systems, including copper and fiber optic infrastructure, whilemaintainingquality standards and supporting project schedules.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, cable schedules, and telecommunications schematics todeterminework procedures.
• Lead, coordinate, and direct the daily activities of an assigned crew of structured cabling technicians and installers.
• Assign tasks and monitor crew productivity to ensure project milestones and schedule commitments are met.
• Perform and oversee the installation of structured cabling systems, including fiber optic and copper cabling infrastructure.
• Ensure proper installation of cable pathways, conduits, cable trays, ladder racks, telecommunications rooms, and equipment racks.
• Install,terminate, test, troubleshoot, and certify fiber optic and copper cabling systems.
• Verifywork is completedin accordance withproject specifications, industry standards, quality requirements, and company procedures.
• Review project drawings and specifications with crew members andprovidetechnical guidance as needed.
• Coordinate daily activities with project supervision and other trades on site.
• Identifyand resolve installation issues, material shortages, and workflow challenges.
• Enforce company safety policies and procedures while promoting a strong safety culture.
• Conduct crew safety meetings and toolbox talks.
• Track labor hours, production progress, material usage, and daily field activities.
• Maintainaccuratedaily reports and time records.
• Provide training, coaching, and mentorship to technicians and installers.
• Lead by example through quality workmanship, professionalism, and safe work practices.
• Build positive working relationships with team members, customers, and project stakeholders.
• Perform hands‑on structured cabling work as needed to support project requirements.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GEDrequired.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in structured cabling, telecommunications, low‑voltage systems, or a related construction field.
• Previousexperience leading a crew of technicians or installers preferred.
• Strong knowledge of structured cabling systems, including fiber optic and copper infrastructure.
• Experience pulling, routing,terminating, testing, and troubleshooting fiber optic and copper cabling systems.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, telecommunications schematics, and project specifications.
• Knowledge of industry standards, including TIA/EIA, BICSI, and applicable building codes.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train, and direct field crews.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Positive attitude, strong teamwork orientation, customer service mindset, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and make sound decisions in the field.
• Ability to travel and work overtime as projectneeds require.
• Repetitive hand, arm, and leg movements.
• *Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling: up to 50 lbs.
• *Please note: this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.

*Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and conciergewith extensive work‑life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.