Lead Structured Cabling InstallerSeeking a Lead Structured Cabling Installer for a direct hire opportunity with our client in Melbourne, FL. This position offers full benefits including PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, fuel reimbursement, and commission opportunities!Pay: $30 - $40 hourly (based on experience)The Lead Structured Cabling Installer will perform the installation of copper and fiber optic cabling systems on commercial, government, and industrial projects. This hands-on leadership role requires strong technical expertise, crew supervision experience, client interaction skills, and the ability to assist with project estimating and quoting.
Key Responsibilities Field Leadership & InstallationLead structured cabling crews, ensuring work complies with BICSI, TIA/EIA, and NEC standards.Install, terminate, test, and certify Cat6, Cat6A, Cat8, and fiber optic cabling systems.Read and interpret blueprints, riser diagrams, and construction drawings.Perform OTDR, Fluke/DSX, and fiber certification testing.Install cable pathways, racks, trays, conduit, J-hooks, patch panels, and fiber enclosures.Train and mentor technicians while maintaining a safe and productive job site.Coordinate with project managers, contractors, and other trades.Maintain project documentation, labeling, as-builts, and material inventories.Identify and communicate field issues, scope changes, and project risks.Client & Project SupportServe as a primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.Conduct site surveys and provide project updates and technical guidance.Support project estimating by evaluating labor, materials, and project scope.Assist with developing and reviewing quotes to ensure accuracy and profitability.Required QualificationsBICSI Installer 2 – Copper (required)BICSI Installer 2 – Fiber Optic (required)Actively pursuing or willing to pursue BICSI RCDD certification7+ years of structured cabling experience, including 5+ years in a lead or supervisory roleExpert knowledge of copper and fiber installation, termination, testing, and certificationExperience with Fluke DSX, OptiFiber Pro, or similar testing equipmentStrong understanding of TIA-568, TIA-569, TIA-606, and NEC standardsExperience leading crews of 3–10 techniciansStrong communication and customer-facing skillsAbility to review project scopes, construction documents, and RFPsProficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)Valid driver's license and ability to pass background checks for government site accessPreferred QualificationsBICSI RCDD certificationExperience with government, healthcare, or DoD projectsStructured cabling estimating and quoting experienceFamiliarity with distributor/vendor pricing platformsOSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certificationOSP fiber installation experienceKnowledge of DAS systems and low-voltage infrastructureExperience using AutoCAD or BluebeamIf you are interested in learning more about this role, please submit your resume for immediate consideration!