Lead Structured Cabling Technician

**Position Overview**: Cabling Ottawa is looking for people with experience being a Lead Structured Cabling Technician. As a Lead technician at Cabling Ottawa you will play a pivotal role in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of structured cabling systems for our clients. You will lead a team of technicians, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. (Please Note: This position does not involve any computer programming of any sort) - Running/Managing Projects (or assist with) - Working with/training new employees - Filling out work orders - Ordering material for large projects - Dealing with customers **Responsibilities**: - Lead and Supervise a team of technicians in the installation, termination, testing, and labeling of structured cabling systems, including copper and fiber optic cables. - Plan and organize project schedules, allocate resources, and ensure adherence to project timelines and budgets. - Conduct site surveys and assessments to determine project requirements and specifications. - Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution. - Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to structured cabling systems, ensuring mínimal downtime for clients. - Maintain accurate documentation of all installations, configurations, and changes to cabling infrastructure. - Flexible to work various shifts including days, evenings, and weekends, if needed - Available to work 40 hours per week, with the potential for overtime hours, if needed. - Ability to lift 70lbs and carry, climb and work from a ladder. - Ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals and to handle calmly and efficiently situations ranging from routine to emergency. - Ability to work both independently. **Skills/Experience required include but are not limited to**: - Installing Cat 5e, Cat 6, Cat 6A & all types of Fiber - Dressing, Terminating, Jacking Cables - Testing cables with Fluke Tester - Working with Floor Plans - Installing WiFi AP units (no programming necessary) - Installing Access Control Systems - Installing IP Camera's - Configure Access Control & Camera's - Requirements: - 5 years’ experience minimum - Must be able to obtain Reliability & Secret Clearance - Valid Ontario "G" Drivers License with a clear/clean drivers abstract. - Hard Working - Work well with others The following certifications are an asset: WHIMIS, Working at Heights/Fall Arrest, Confined Space, ASP, 4 & 5 Step Awareness, Panduit, Belden - Be able to successfully complete a Criminal background check. **Benefits**: Health & Dental RRSP Matching Program Competitive wages Company Vehicle Training & Certifications Over time pay Additional pay provided for working nights and weekends About Cabling Ottawa: Cabling Ottawa-Telecom & Security has been providing the Ottawa and Kingston Area with Telecom & Security services for 21 years and is ongoing. Specializing in the Private and Government Sectors, Cabling Ottawa offers a wide variety of projects for employees to work on and gain experience from. **Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $28.00-$36.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40 per week Additional pay: - Overtime pay - Signing bonus **Benefits**: - Company car - Dental care - Disability insurance - Extended health care - Life insurance - Paid time off - RRSP match - Vision care Flexible language requirement: - French not required Schedule: - 8 hour shift - Monday to Friday - Overtime - Weekends as needed Application question(s): - Do you have a clean criminal record and have the ability to obtain a Canadian Government Secret Clearance Level 2 Certificate **Experience**: - cabling: 2 years (required) **Language**: - Fluent English (required) Licence/Certification: - Class G Licence (required) **Location**: - Ottawa, ON (preferred) Work Location: On the road