Technician I Structured Cabling
Job Summary
the communications technician i must learn and possess the skills required to function as a contributing member of a technical team. typically the technician i possesses no experience to one (1) year of experience in the structured cabling industry.
Duties and Responsibilities
- install work area outlets for floor (e.g., monument modular furniture), surface mount boxes, and wall boxes
- drop cable down a wall using fish tape or other method
- route cable through modular furniture
- perform pre-termination procedures, organize, form-dress cables, determine length, slack and label cables
- suspend and support cable correctly (cable-tray, j-hook, d-rings, bridal rings, trapeze)
- build closets, mount and install backboards, cross-connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and hardware
- install grounding for racks, equipment and cable as required
- perform fire-stopping procedures on fire walls, install sleeves and pull cable through sleeves and core penetration
- terminate low-voltage devices
- complete all ies commercial paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers, etc.)
- adhere to and participate in all company, customer and industry quality and safety standards and regulations
- other responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications, Physical and Mental Requirements
- ability to work in outdoor or indoor construction environments
- self-motivated, positive, professional; contribute to project process improvement
- promote company culture and mission
- problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; effective oral and written communication
- ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, reporting and quality requirements
- work at heights, off a ladder, in confined spaces; lift up to 50 lb and move up to 75 lb
- ability to see and distinguish colors, read small print, recognize audible signals such as dial tones
- travel within branch or regional territory as needed; regular attendance mandatory
Tools
- screwdriver, drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips, pliers, hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight, gloves, punch tool with 110 and 66 block blades
Education, Certification, License and Skill Requirements
- high school diploma or GED equivalent
- 0-1 year experience in telecommunications or related technical field
- mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
- basic construction industry knowledge preferred
- ability to use listed tools effectively
- driver’s license preferred; must meet company minimum driving standards
Compensation
- hourly rate: $21.00 – $22.00
Benefits
- health insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution match
- paid time off
- life insurance
- short-term disability
- dental and vision coverage
- long-term disability
- critical illness, accident, legal and pet coverage
- auto and home insurance discount programs
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the communications technician i must learn and possess the skills required to function as a contributing member of a technical team. typically the technician i possesses no experience to one (1) year of experience in the structured cabling industry.
Duties and Responsibilities
- install work area outlets for floor (e.g., monument modular furniture), surface mount boxes, and wall boxes
- drop cable down a wall using fish tape or other method
- route cable through modular furniture
- perform pre-termination procedures, organize, form-dress cables, determine length, slack and label cables
- suspend and support cable correctly (cable-tray, j-hook, d-rings, bridal rings, trapeze)
- build closets, mount and install backboards, cross-connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and hardware
- install grounding for racks, equipment and cable as required
- perform fire-stopping procedures on fire walls, install sleeves and pull cable through sleeves and core penetration
- terminate low-voltage devices
- complete all ies commercial paperwork accurately and on time (timesheets, material transfers, work orders, change orders, tool transfers, etc.)
- adhere to and participate in all company, customer and industry quality and safety standards and regulations
- other responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications, Physical and Mental Requirements
- ability to work in outdoor or indoor construction environments
- self-motivated, positive, professional; contribute to project process improvement
- promote company culture and mission
- problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; effective oral and written communication
- ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, reporting and quality requirements
- work at heights, off a ladder, in confined spaces; lift up to 50 lb and move up to 75 lb
- ability to see and distinguish colors, read small print, recognize audible signals such as dial tones
- travel within branch or regional territory as needed; regular attendance mandatory
Tools
- screwdriver, drywall saw, torpedo level, tape measure, snips, pliers, hammer, wrench set, cable stripper, flashlight, gloves, punch tool with 110 and 66 block blades
Education, Certification, License and Skill Requirements
- high school diploma or GED equivalent
- 0-1 year experience in telecommunications or related technical field
- mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
- basic construction industry knowledge preferred
- ability to use listed tools effectively
- driver’s license preferred; must meet company minimum driving standards
Compensation
- hourly rate: $21.00 – $22.00
Benefits
- health insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution match
- paid time off
- life insurance
- short-term disability
- dental and vision coverage
- long-term disability
- critical illness, accident, legal and pet coverage
- auto and home insurance discount programs
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