Union OSP Lead Technician

CBRE DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is a leading technology infrastructure services provider enabling mission critical data center infrastructure for the world's technology leaders. Catering to a broad spectrum of technology and client requirements, 1200+ skilled technicians deliver over 1000 projects annually across data center markets in the US and APAC. DL has proven success in the deployment of next-generation infrastructure technologies across the data center lifecycle; from design & planning, install & build through Day 2 maintenance, technology upgrades & retrofits, including delivering the latest wave of AI/ML platforms.

About the Role:

This role primarily involves the installation and decommissioning of network and cabling infrastructure within a Data Center environment. A key aspect is the continuous pursuit of sustainable, repeatable, and improved solutions and processes. The individual is expected to provide leadership to crews and provide structured feedback on project progress to various stakeholders, ensuring high-quality workmanship, maintaining Data Center cleanliness, and adhering to all production, safety, and quality standards, codes, and industry best practices. The role also requires collaboration with stakeholders to resolve project obstacles and the ability to read and comprehend blueprints and building documentation. A broad understanding of Data Center infrastructure technologies is essential.

What You will Do:

• Must be willing to travel for extended periods of time depending on project location.

• Be able to work outside in different types of weather conditions. (Cold, Snow, Rain and heat).

• Experience in the installation of Maxcell, Microproduct, innerduct and fiber optic cable in a Data Center environment.

• Experience in fiber splicing and testing.

• Deliver sustainable and repeatable solutions and processes, always with an eye on improvement.

• Provide structured feedback on project progress to Stakeholders.

• Exhibit quality workmanship on all work and maintain Data Center cleanliness.

• Follow all production, safety and quality standards, codes, and industry best practices.

• Collaborate with various Stakeholders to remove project obstacles.

• Reading and comprehending blueprints, building documentation/redline work and cable schedules.

• Broad understanding of Data Center infrastructure technologies.

What You will Need:

• Knowledge and use of basic telecom hand tools.

• Must be capable of leading a crew of 5-10 technicians.

• Must understand customer service, perform job walks and communicate with customer for job requirements.

• Accept responsibility for the outcome of their work and/or by employee that directly report to them.

• Clear understanding of job safety requirements.

• Be able to read and understand project design documents.

• Ability to install various types of innerduct (EX: Maxcell, 1.25" ID and Microduct) and fiber optic cable.

• Capable of maintaining orderly paperwork, capable of running midsize to large projects and service jobs.

• Possess skills to dress all types of cable and perform all types of terminations and should include basic understanding of fiber equipment, all types of cable and fiber terminations.

• Basic understanding of both copper and fiber cable testing and troubleshooting.

• Track and review timesheets for your crew.

• Maintaining paperwork and running service jobs.

• Effectively communicate with Foreman, Leads, Technicians and Superintendent.

• Track lessons learned as they occur.

• Coordinates with QAQC on quality status walks.

• Knowledge and understanding of Project Close Out.

• Identify the strengths and weaknesses of crew members.

• Must be able to driver company vehicles and the ability to pull and back up trailers.

• Must be able to blow fiber optic cables.

Why CBRE:

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

The pay range for this position is subject to an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The negotiated rate for the Data Center Lead Technician position is $39.74 - $44.71 per hour. Please refer to the Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding pay scale. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance

Applicant AI Use Disclosure:

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for Visa Sponsorship now or in the future. Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience.

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The pay range for this position is subject to an applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. The negotiated rate for the Data Center Lead Technician position is $39.74 - $44.71 per hour. Please refer to the Collective Bargaining Agreement regarding pay scale. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)