Lead Technician
Listed on 2026-05-26
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Telecoms Engineering, Installation Technician
Ready to be a Lead? We are seeking an experienced Technician to support large-scale datacenter telecom projects in the Columbus, OH area. This role is ideal for someone with a strong low voltage/fiber background who can both lead a team and stay hands‑on in the field.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and supervise crews on structured cabling and fiber installation projects
- Coordinate daily project activities and ensure work meets quality and safety standards
- Troubleshoot and resolve telecom/fiber-related issues
- Pull, terminate, and test fiber and Cat6 cabling
- Serve as the main on‑site point of contact for customers
- Track materials, manpower, and project progress
- Complete documentation (timesheets, work orders, reports, etc.) accurately
- Interpret blueprints and project specifications
- Conduct safety meetings and enforce compliance standards
- Support the Project Manager and Superintendent with project execution
- Hands‑on experience with fiber installation, termination, and troubleshooting
- Strong knowledge of Cat6, fiber, and cable systems
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Outdoor and on‑site work (OSP projects)
- Long‑term stability on a multi‑year datacenter project
- Opportunity to grow into Project Lead roles
- Work with a growing telecom team with a consistent project pipeline
Job Type &
Location:
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Albany, OH.
The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $34.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long‑term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in New Albany, OH.
Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on May 25, 2026.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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