Lead Cable Technician

FieldLink is a professional services company specializing in deploying Field Resources on a contingent and full-time basis. We provide customized staffing solutions to support the design, implementation and support of voice, data, and video networks across the nation. We are hiring for a Lead Structured Cable Technician in the greater Dallas area. This a fulltime role.

Job Responsibilities:

* Technical Work

o Installation of cable infrastructure (CAT5/E, CAT6, and Fiber).

o Dress and route cable into IT closets, modular furniture, and other work area outlets.

o Cable pathway installation (J-hooks, D-rings, cable trays, and ladder racks).

o Cable management (dressing and labeling).

o Cable Termination (Patch Panel, Jacks, Keystones, RJ-45/Modular Plug).

o Wireless Access Point (WAP), Fiber ONT, and Network Switch installation.

o IT Closet Builds (Data rack, ladder rack, cable tray, patch panel, sleeves, 110/66 blocks).

o Fiber splicing, installation, and testing (Fluke and OTDR experience).

o Read and follow blueprints set for installation.

o Follow safety guidelines and protocols (Proper PPE, clean up jobsite, OSHA).

* Management

o Manage teams to effectively complete large-scale commercial projects.

o GC/Client management experience.

o Conduct safety meetings.

o Order appropriate materials as necessary.

o Necessary Labor Forecasting.

o Blueprint changes. Submit change orders to Project Manager.

Job Requirements:

* High School Diploma or GED equivalency.

* 7+ years of commercial structured cabling, low voltage, or data cable installation experience.

* Understanding BICSI Standards for installation.

* Active OSHA 10 - preferred.

* Scissor/Boom Lift Certification - preferred.

* Hilti, Fall Protection, and Confined Space Certifications - preferred.

* Physical Requirement: Ability to work at heights, on a ladder and/or scissor lift, and work in confined spaces. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move up to 75 pounds. Ability to work on your feet for entire shift.

* Tools: Basic Hand Tools: screwdriver (multi-Bit), torpedo level, tape measure, snips, pliers (needle nose and channel locks), cable stripper, punch tool 110/66, modular plug crimper, flashlight, work boots (steel toe or composite toe), hammer, wrench set, gloves, and tool pouch.