Shelby Communications, LLC
Lead Cabling Technicians
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Salary:
$58,240 – $62,400 / year
Location:
Fort Worth, TX, USA
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
28 September 2026
What they need
Lead Technician
Required Skills:
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Fiber Splicing Technician/ Lead Network Cabling Technician with 5–6 years of hands-on experience to join our team.
The ideal candidate will be proficient in fusion splicing, testing, and troubleshooting fiber optic networks within both inside plant (ISP) and outside plant (OSP) environments & Network Cabling experience
Key Responsibilities:
- Fiber Splicing & Termination: Perform high-quality fusion splicing (loose tube and ribbon) and terminations in equipment racks, MDF/IDF rooms, and field splice enclosures.
- Testing & Troubleshooting: Utilize OTDRs, power meters, and light sources to perform bi-directional testing, verify signal loss budgets, and troubleshoot network issues to restore service efficiently.
Tools & Equipment:
- Proficient in the use of standard fiber optic hand tools and testing equipment (OTDR, power meter, VFL).
- Fujikura 90S+
- (Relevant industry certifications like FOA are a plus, along with OSHA 30, and any prior lift certifications).
- Fluke DSX Versiv 2 Network Analyzer
Lead Network Cabling Technician:
Field Experience
Telecommunications Background
5-6 Years Cabling Experience (Required)
Knowledge of the equipment and tools used in structured cabling
Ability to climb ladders and operate Boom & Scissor lifts
Able to Read Blue Prints
MUST be able to pass a background check
MUST have Truck or SUV to carry Ladders & Materials
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Install all cabling standards in ceiling, conduits and raised floors; routes cable within walls and modular furniture
Build closets (Mount and install backboards, racks, patch panels, fiber optic Build Racks, Punch down closets and neatly dressed with no divers.
Lead Tech Responsibilities
Working with Project Management to schedule/update/complete projects
Responsible for motivating and dictating job duties to all technicians on the jobsite
Train entry-level technicians, new and current technicians
Communicate with Customer
Customer service skills
Strong Leadership Skills
Knowledge of the equipment and the required tools used in structured cabling
Required Tools Used in Structured Cabling
Ability to climb ladders and Drive scissor and Boom Lifts
Able to Read Blueprints
Reliable Transportation- Truck, Van or SUV to Haul 8-10ft Ladders if needed
Can Use Fluke Versiv to Certify Cable and to Troubleshoot or Have Ability to Learn.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Deliverables For Each Project: Fill Out and Turn in Paperwork, Quality Pictures, Anything Else Pertaining to Project.
Take Quality pictures of every completed work order assigned daily no exceptions.
Provides appropriate customer service when responding to a customer request or fulfilling project requirements or Work Orders
Installs all cabling solutions per established wiring standards in ceiling, conduits and raised floors; routes cable within walls and modular furniture.
Build closets (Mount and install backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and hardware)
Dress cables in the closet done professional & neatness by BICSI Standards.
Install Structured Cabling Per BICSI Standards including Cabling Pathways
Works directly with Customer to help design cabling infrastructure build outs
Working with Project Management to schedule/update/complete projects
Close out jobs with Project Manager with very detailed description
Work ALL hours per the Customers request for project timelines
Certify all cabling once installed (Lead Tech stamp of approval)
Performs basic testing and troubleshooting of cable
Terminates copper station cabling
Able to go out and perform all work orders
Maintain a good working relationship with all Techs.
Reads and interprets floor plans
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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