Skip to main content

About the role

Field Supervisor - Structured Cabling / Data Center
Position Summary: Lead an on-site installation team on structured cabling, data center, and specialty projects in Cedar Rapids. Deliver jobsite productivity, quality workmanship, and a safe work environment, and combine senior trade skills with project management to finish work on schedule and to standard. Expect to spend roughly 70% of your time in the field and 30% on administrative tasks. We will consider out-of-state supervisors who are willing to travel to Cedar Rapids for weeks at a time before going home for a visit with family.
Key Responsibilities: Follow company and client safety policies on every job site
Supervise all phases of structured cabling installation Plan, organize, and direct crew, materials, and equipment Read and interpret floor plans, drawings, specifications, and cut sheets Test and troubleshoot systems as needed Validate the scope of work and project plan, and make sure the crew performs all work to the SOW and industry standards Maintain a 2-5 week look-ahead schedule with the Scheduling Administrator Report project status to the Scheduling Administrator for leadership and client updates Work with the Project Engineer to define compliant equipment and materials Mentor technicians and serve as the technical go-to on the crew Track recurring issues and lead the fix Share lessons learned across jobsites Approve PTO requests based on workload Give input for employee evaluations Use Outlook, Word, Excel, and Visio for daily reporting and documentation Travel as the project requires
Required Qualifications: High school diploma or GED
3-6 years in structured cabling or related construction work Experience on large data center infrastructure projects, including quality and safety standards 3+ years supervising or training crews, including scheduling and prioritizing work OSHA 30 within the first 2 weeks in the role BICSI Certified Technician within 12 months in the role Working knowledge of pathways, spaces, horizontal cabling, copper and fiber backbone, cross-connects, interconnects, and testing Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards Working knowledge of PMBOK standards
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree
BICSI Installer 2 Copper BICSI Installer 2 Fiber BICSI RTPM (Registered Telecommunications Project Manager) Manufacturer certifications
Skills: Supervise, train, and coach installation crews
Write and enforce standard operating procedures Work independently and as part of a team Pay close attention to detail and follow standards Meet deadlines Show initiative and a strong work ethic
Compensation and Benefits
Pay range: $36-$47/hr, based on experience and certifications
Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid time off and paid holidays Paid training and certification support, including BICSI and manufacturer certifications Career growth with mentoring and advancement opportunities

Matching similar jobs

JOB OVERVIEW

Salary

$36-$47/hr

Experience level

Senior

Location

Cedar Rapids, IA

Occupation

First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers

Industry

Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors

Posted

yesterday

Tired of running searches?

Rank the roles you'd take once, and matches like these arrive on their own.

CREATE PROFILE (opens in a new tab)