Structured Cabling Foreman Technician - Lebanon, IN

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, cable schedules, and telecommunications schematics to determine work 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.
• Verify work is completed in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, quality requirements, and company procedures.
• Review project drawings and specifications with crew members and provide technical guidance as needed.
• Coordinate daily activities with project supervision and other trades on site.
• Identify and 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.
• Maintain accurate daily 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.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in structured cabling, telecommunications, low-voltage systems, or a related construction field.
• Previous experience 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 lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.