Structured Cabling Technician - Level Iii

This position also pays a monthly $350.00 mileage assistance payment and a $35.00 monthly cell/data reimbursement.

Job purpose

Responsible for the installation, modification, repair and maintenance of copper and fiber-optic cabling. Serves as team lead requiring mentoring of less experienced technicians and coordinating project activities. Performs backup duties to assist Project Manager in meeting customer and company deadlines.

Essential Duties and responsibilities

• Complete projects within budget, on time, and in a safe manner.
• Route cable through conduit, above ceilings and between floors per job specifications.
• Submit all paperwork on time.
• Install, terminate and test low voltage cables and fiber optic cables.
• Identify color codes for 568A, 568B, 6 strand fiber, 12 strand fiber, 25 pair and 50 pair.
• Adhere to all required project specific as well as company safety requirements.
• Provide or relocate cable and modular connections.
• Maintain the company’s high standards of quality and professionalism with regards to workmanship, customer relations, and team members.
• Read and comprehend technical schematics, operation manuals, maintenance instructions and procedures.
• Assist in installation of communications hardware.

• Conducts field training and second-level problem evaluation using documented procedures and available tools.
• Escalates unresolved requests using documented procedures, working with third-level technicians and/or 3rd party vendors to formulate an effective resolution action plan.
• Recognizes/analyzes recurring issues and recommends constructive improvements to prevent recurrence.
• Provides timely feedback to customers and management through prompt, accurate recording/communication of problem systems and status.

• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Company Conformance Statement

• Work independently while understanding the need for communication and coordination of work efforts with other team members, departments, or organizations.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers, suppliers, vendors, etc.
• Perform quality work within assigned deadlines with and/or without direct supervision.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.

Working Environment

• Noise levels can be high depending upon work site and tools required.
• May be exposed to airborne particles and dirt in outdoor or construction environments.
• Regularly exposed to work in non-climate controlled environments.

Physical requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must regularly:

• Must be able to climb up and down ladders (8 feet routinely)
• Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl in all environments (basements, crawl spaces, attic/ceilings, etc.).
• Must be able to stand, walk, reach and work with hands and arms, for up to eight hours daily.
• Must be able to coordinate hands and eyes while using automated tools and equipment.
• Must be able to use one hand for twisting or turning motions while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have average levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
• Must be able to handle a variety of items, equipment, control knobs, switches, etc.
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Direct reports

• Not Applicable

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.