Data Center Cabling Superintendent at Align

New York, New York, United States

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$90,000 – $110,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Data Centers, Technology, AI InfrastructureIndustries

Requirements

3+ years of experience in structured cabling, low-voltage, or fiber optic systems - ideally in large data centers or mission-critical environments
Proven experience managing field cabling crews
Ability to read and understand cabling design drawings and specifications
Knowledge of labeling standards and cabling best practices
Strong Excel skills (data vetting, port mapping, tracking, pivots/macros)
Excellent organization and communication skills
Comfortable working in active, live data center environments
Able to handle fast-paced, high-pressure project timelines
Willing to travel 50%-75% of the time to project sites (8-12 hour days during builds)
Hands-on troubleshooting skills using OLTS, OTDR, VFL, and similar testing tools
Experience leading 25-50+ technicians across multiple sites
Knowledge of safety compliance, field documentation, and reporting

Responsibilities

Review and oversee installation of cabling and support systems in new data center white space
Set and maintain cabling standards (fiber and copper) for multiple projects
Build and manage cabling tracking sheets (pull patch schedules)
Supervise and coordinate subcontractors and internal crews to keep projects on schedule
Perform on-site quality checks - verifying terminations, labeling, routing, and test results
Monitor project progress and timelines; communicate changes and updates to leadership and clients
Manage documentation including submittals, RFIs, change orders, and invoicing
Enforce safety rules and lead daily toolbox talks with field teams
Report daily field progress and any issues impacting schedules or budgets

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

low-voltage cablingfiber optic cablingcopper cablingcabling standardspull patch schedulesdata center installationteam supervisionvendor coordinationproject management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Data Center Cabling Superintendent position?

The position offers a salary range of $90,000-$110,000.

What is the work arrangement and location policy for this role?

This is a full-time position with a preferred home base in the Northeast and extensive travel to project sites nationwide.

What skills and experience are required for this position?

Required qualifications include 3+ years of experience in structured cabling, low-voltage, or fiber optic systems (ideally in data centers), proven experience managing field cabling crews, ability to read cabling design drawings, knowledge of labeling standards and best practices, and strong Excel skills.

What is the company culture like at Align?

Align fosters a culture of unbounded opportunity that celebrates passions, skills, and ideas, with a work hard, play hard mentality among tech-savvy, forward-thinking, results-driven professionals motivated by impact.

What benefits are offered for this position?

The role includes full benefits, paid time off, paid training, and performance-based bonuses.