Telecommunications Foreman

About the role

Applied Business Communications (ABcom), a national low voltage BICSI Certified commercial structured cabling contractor, is recruiting a Telecommunications Foreman in Phoenix. The role leads and manages cabling crews and builds out telecommunications closets. Positions are immediate.

Key responsibilities

• Direct and manage cabling crews
• Build out telecommunications closets
• Install cable support systems such as cable trays, j-hooks and ladder trays
• Install Cat 6 horizontal station cable, backbone cable, fiber optic cable and inner duct
• Install special systems: security, CCTV, audio-visual and fire alarm cabling
• Terminate Cat 6 modular outlets and optical fiber (MM, SM, LC, SC)
• Copper and fiber splicing (fusion or mechanical) and testing of UTP, coax and fiber
• Troubleshoot copper and optical fiber problems

Required profile

• 5+ years of experience running projects in the communications cabling industry; data center experience is a plus
• Clear knowledge of codes and standards
• Ability to complete and submit accurate documentation such as timesheets
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work on ladders, lift and carry a 50 lb ladder, work some overtime and under pressure, and travel some

Required skills

• Owns and maintains company hand tools and knows how to use them
• BICSI Certified Technician (Installer 1 or 2, copper and/or fiber) desired
• Other manufacturer certifications and certifications such as OSHA and confined space entry desired

What we offer

• Salary of USD 60,000 to 74,880
• Medical and dental benefits
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Training
• 401K retirement plan