Telecom Foreman: Lead Cabling & Field Installations

Unofficial M.C. Dean; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

M.C. Dean is hiring a Telecom Foreman to oversee installation of communications cabling and equipment per plans and standards. The role requires experience with telecom systems, blueprints, and codes, and includes supervising technicians across one or more sites.

Full-time employment with benefits is offered. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years in commercial communications, a High School diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license, with the ability to obtain a US Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years prior experience in commercial communications industry.
• High School diploma or GED is required.
• BICSI Technician certification is desirable.
• Possesses a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to obtain a US Secret Clearance.
• Must pass background check and drug test.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from the jobsite.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge and Safe Use of hand tools and various power tools.
• Wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Following Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Actively Participating in Daily Safety and Work briefings.
• Installation various types of Low Voltage Cable.
• Managing small to large sized projects of 5 or more persons at one or more locations.
• Interpreting and explaining plans/specifications to field workers.
• Foreman should have knowledge of BICSI and TIA/EIA standards for proper install and termination procedures.
• Terminating, testing, troubleshooting of Low Voltage Cabling (Fiber Optics, Cat 5, Cat 6).
• Installation of various pathways and cable tray
• Installation of various Telecommunications Devices
• Installation of Prefabricated Components and Assemblies.
• Installation of Telecommunications Grounding Systems
• Foreman needs to be able to train and supervise technicians/apprentices in a team environment to facilitate installing telecommunication systems while following drawings and specifications.
• Foreman needs to be able to perform Quality Assurance checks of their team's work ensuring cable install is performed within all applicable requirements.
• Maintain a clean work area and participate in job site clean up
• Foreman must have full tool set based on the ITS Telecom tool list.
• Securing company tools and materials daily
• Tools & Equipment
• Identify all tools and equipment required to support each crew (Gang box Assignments, tool inspection and keep track of tools by signing sheet in-out).
• Information Packages
• Each crew activity must have information packages (contract drawings, shop drawings, panel schedules, cut sheets, etc.).
• Daily hour/unit reports for their crews
• Submit hours/units daily for each employee assigned to Foreman on established form (Standard Time Sheet).

Skills

Telecom installation

Team leadership

Safety compliance

BICSI Technician

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

M.C. Dean is hiring a Telecom Foreman to oversee installation of communications cabling and equipment per plans and standards. The role requires experience with telecom systems, blueprints, and codes, and includes supervising technicians across one or more sites.

Full-time employment with benefits is offered. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years in commercial communications, a High School diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license, with the ability to obtain a US Secret Clearance.