Field Supervisor

E2 Optics • Columbus, OH

22h

About The Position

The Field Supervisor oversees structured cabling installation work, personnel, resources, and materials in data center and construction environments. The role plans and directs installation activities, validates project requirements and scope, monitors schedules and project status, and ensures work meets project, industry, safety, and client standards. The supervisor also serves as a subject matter expert and mentor, supports team performance and development, and helps resolve recurring issues and share best practices across sites. Travel may be required as determined by E2 Optics.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Obtain OSHA 30 within the first 2 weeks in the role.
• Earn BICSI Certified Technician certification within 12 months in the role.
• Minimum 3–6 years of work experience in structured cabling or a related industry/construction field.
• Experience in the large data center infrastructure industry, including technology, quality, and safety standards.
• Minimum 3 years of supervision and/or training experience, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Obtain company-approved manufacturer certifications.
• Obtain BICSI RTPM (Registered Telecommunications Project Manager).
• Ability to supervise and train employees, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Ability to understand and explain structured cabling systems, including pathways, spaces, horizontal cabling, backbone copper and fiber optic cabling, cross- and interconnections, and testing; understand applicable codes, standards, and best practices; and make recommendations.
• Working knowledge of PMBOK guides and standards.
• Working knowledge of fundamental business practices and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to develop and establish standard operating procedures that empower installation teams to deliver value to clients.
• Ability to perform duties professionally and maintain a professional appearance.
• Effective performance management skills.
• Working knowledge of safety protocols and procedures.
• Positive attitude and high attention to detail, including the ability to source and follow standards.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to sit, use hands and arms, communicate verbally, and occasionally stoop or kneel; frequently stand and walk; regularly lift or move up to 40 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds; regularly carry and climb ladders to 20 feet; and work in tight or confined spaces when required.
• Ability to operate scissor lifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and UTVs (buggies) if required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.
• BICSI Installer 2 Copper certification.
• BICSI Installer 2 Fiber certification.

Responsibilities

• Follow safe work practices and company and client worksite policies and procedures.
• Promote company Core Values and help safeguard a family-centric culture.
• Supervise all aspects of installation.
• Plan, organize, and direct personnel, resources, and materials.
• Read and interpret floor plans, drawings, specifications, and cut sheets.
• Perform system testing and troubleshooting as required.
• Evaluate project requirements and validate the SOW and project plan, implementing strategies to support team performance and ensure work follows applicable standards.
• Work with the Scheduling Administrator to maintain a 2–5 week look-ahead schedule for personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Report project status accurately to the Scheduling Administrator to support schedule updates and timely reporting to leadership and the client.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and mentor to technicians.
• Collaborate with the Project Engineer to define compliant project equipment and materials.
• Track, trend, and solve recurring problems that prevent performance targets from being achieved.
• Share best practices and lessons learned across sites.
• Coach, develop, and guide direct reports and team members.
• Lead by example and demonstrate safety and professionalism.
• Use a computer and Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Visio.
• Approve PTO requests while managing workload.
• Contribute observations for employee evaluations and performance feedback.
• Maintain professional appearance and behavior in internal and customer relations.
• Travel as required by E2 Optics.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• BICSI training facilities.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED