Lead Technician - Networking

About Robert Bosch GmbH

Headquartered in Germany, Robert Bosch GmbH is a premier global supplier with four primary business sectors: Automotive Technology, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. Over 400,000+ associates generate sales of over 90 billion. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is "Invented for life." Ninety-two percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation. The special ownership structure guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant investments in safeguarding its future. In North America, Robert Bosch LLC supplies automotive original equipment and aftermarket products, industrial drive and control technology, power tool, security and building technology, thermo-technology, household appliances, solar energy, healthcare, and software innovations. Bosch established its regional presence in North America in 1906 and now employs 41,000 associates in more than one hundred locations.

Bosch Building Technologies Integrator Business

The regional system integration business called Bosch Building Technologies offers solutions and customized services for building security, energy efficiency, and building automation for commercial buildings and infrastructure projects Bosch started its Integrator Business in North America through the acquisition of Climatec in 2015. Climatec expanded Bosch's role as a comprehensive supplier of energy, building automation and security solutions. Climatec is recognized in the building industry as an independent single-source integrator of critical building systems including energy services, building automation and security & life safety in the U.S. market. The company provides consulting, planning, implementation and 24/7 remote management. Climatec is active in several market segments and industries including data centers, commercial real estate buildings, and federal, state, and local government. Climatec has operated as an independent entity, maintaining its offices in Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, New York, and New Jersey. Climatec continues to represent and integrate numerous leading manufactures' product lines across its wide range of services, including Bosch products. In 2023, Bosch acquired Canadian-based security integrator Paladin Technologies. Merging Paladin Technologies and Climatec will significantly expand Bosch's Integrator Business in North America. Today the combined entity of Bosch Building Technologies (previously Climatec and Paladin Technologies) represents over $800M in revenues and 2800 associates. Utilizing the strengths of both companies, Bosch offers its customers a complete portfolio of networked and efficient energy, building automation and security solutions.

Job Summary: The Lead Technician works under the supervision of the Installation Supervisor and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of multiple technicians on assigned projects. This role requires strong coordination, hands-on involvement, and proactive project oversight from start to finish. The Lead Technician ensures quality installations, reviews project details before field deployment, monitors progress and completes the Close-out Job Package Checklist. Participation in project close-out meetings is required when necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Review project requirements and installation plans with the project team

• Review, update, and redline documentation including floor plans, ceiling plans, conduit layouts, wall elevations, signal flow diagrams, power and heat load calculations, and cable schedules

• Perform installations and service work in accordance with company standards and best practices

• Ensure all safety protocols are consistently followed during project execution

• Complete projects within the estimated budget and timeline

• Coordinate equipment and company resources to support project needs

• Monitor and report any damage or issues with company vehicles and equipment and ensure proper return conditions

• Forecast material needs based on project milestones and communicate requirements with the Project Manager

• Verify material counts against project plans and coordinate delivery of materials to job sites

• Forecast labor needs and communicate staffing requirements with the Installation Supervisor and Project Manager

• Develop and communicate installation schedules to the project team

• Maintain ongoing communication with the Project Manager regarding project status, milestones, and schedule changes

• Notify the Project Manager of any material or scope changes resulting from on-site conditions

• Provide daily project updates to the Project Manager and Installation Supervisor

• Communicate clear expectations to team members and ensure task understanding

• Provide quality control oversight for technicians and ensure installation standards are met

• Ensure the team has the tools and resources needed to complete work efficiently

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment while ensuring adherence to company appearance standards

• Ensure timely project close-out, including obtaining customer sign-off

• Support the preparation and delivery of final project documentation

• Represent the company professionally and support client needs through resolution

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of construction site etiquette and safety regulations

• Apply trade-specific installation practices, including wire pulling, labeling, support structures, and device mounting

• Perform accurate termination techniques and apply system-level knowledge relevant to the trade

• Execute rack layout, power distribution, and proper wire separation practices

• Commission systems by testing cabling, verifying functionality, and documenting configurations

• Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the respective trade (i.e. Security, Fiber, Networking, Audio Visual)

• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in the respective trade (i.e. Security, Fiber, Networking, Audio Visual) Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent customer service skills.

• Able to stay calm under pressure and exercise sound judgment in challenging or sensitive situations.

• Strong team player with the ability to foster a collaborative environment.

• Proficient with computers and basic troubleshooting.

• Detail-oriented and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Bluebeam.

• Trade-specific certifications may be required.

• Ability to obtain certifications: Hilti, Fall Protection, Scissor/Boom Lift, Confined Space.

• Ability to obtain OSHA 10 or 30 certification, based on site/company requirements.

Physical Demands:

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, climb, walk, sit, push, pull, squat, crawl, and stoop. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, and type on keyboard; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The use of power tools will be required to effectively perform this position. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over 1.8m (6 feet)

Working Conditions:

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, work on job sites, may be required to travel to and from job site locations, may work in a typical office environment, and is occasionally exposed to construction equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Confined space entry may be required. High work may be required.

Additional Information:

• Compensation: $33 - $40 hourly

• Working Hours: This position generally works Monday- Friday, overtime and on call when necessary

• Travel Requirements: Daily Travel Required

• Benefits:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• 401K w/ company match

• Life/AD&D/LTD

• Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays

• Employee Assistance Program

• Pet Insurance ?

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