Position Overview:
The Telecommunications Technician 2 is responsible for the installation and assisting with the Planning & Layout of communications cabling and equipment in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. As a technician you should have previous knowledge & experience with the installation of basic equipment which involves using hand tools and power tools, a basic understanding of Telecom Systems, blueprints and knowledge of codes and standards.
In this position, you will be required to have a proficient understanding & knowledge of Telecommunication Systems including OSP & ISP Copper, CCTV, Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) Fiber Optic & Structured Cabling. Additionally, each technician must make every effort to become a qualified BICSI Technician.
Core Market Sector:
The candidate being considered must have hands-on experience & knowledge in the installation of Low-Voltage specialty contracting industries, solution-driven initiatives & overall leadership to field-project teams. This candidate will be responsible for supporting complex scopes specific to Healthcare, Government, Higher-Education, Federal Aviation (Preferred) & Mission Critical industries.
Position Requirements:
* Knowledge & ability to always utilize Hand & Power Tools safely, along with adhering to all Safety Regulations & Procedures.
* Ability to Survey and document existing telecommunications infrastructure including Copper & Fiber Cables, both active & passive components using electronic devices.
* Ability to Sketch Rack, Floor & Wall Elevations.
* Extensive understanding of Installation, Inspection, Terminating, Testing and Troubleshooting of ISP/OSP Telecommunications Systems (Fiber Optics, Category 5, 6, 6A & Associated Equipment) Including:
o Various pathways and CableTray
o Various Cabinet and Racks
o VariousTelecommunicationsDevices
o Prefabricated Components andAssemblies.
o TelecommunicationsGroundingSystems
* Ability to support a project-team of 10+, with the ability to operate independently while supporting a Communications Superintendent.
* Previous experience leading, training & supervising Junior-Technicians & Apprentices in a team environment.
* Ability to lead the installation of cable from Telecommunications Rooms (TR) to work area outlets (WAO) while following directions & ensuring cables are installed methodically & arranged in proper bundles at TR for ease of dressing & termination.
* Required to have a full set of Tools obtained prior to the first day of employment as needed to perform the position.
Position Responsibilities:
Education, Experience & Technical Qualifications:
* High School Diploma OR GED required.
* Must be 18 years of age with reliable transportation daily to & from the appointed jobsite.
* Minimum 4+ years of experience in related Telecommunications experience specific to the oversight & installation of OSP & ISP Copper, CCTV, Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) Fiber Optic & Structured Cabling within diverse construction industries.
* Minimum 2+ years of experience & established knowledge in complex markets including Federal & Government Facilities, Healthcare/Hospitals, Commercial Buildings & Mission Critical Facilities.
* Required knowledge of specific Telecommunications functions including the self-perform installation, inspections, terminations & evaluations of all systems being installed.
* Ability to pass basic telecommunication knowledge test.
* Demonstrated experience and ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
* Strong communications, time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives.
* Consistently report to work on time, work well with others to accomplish a common goal and maintain a safe work environment.
* Wearlongpants and a shirt that covers the shoulders bysix(6) inches. These are not provided by the Company.
* Provide basic tools from the provided tool list prior to 1stday of employment.
* Ability to obtain a security clearance if required for the project.
Desired Qualifications:
* Active Security Clearance
* Valid Passport and willingness to travel overseas.
* BICSI credentials to include Technician.
* Manufacture Certifications and/or Fiber Certification.
* Experience with Microsoft Office Applications.
Physical Abilities Required:
* Lifts at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period.
* Relocates a 12-Foot stepladder without assistance.
* Works at various heights up to 60 feet and can climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and all types of ladders.
* Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls, and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis.
* Possess good vision (may be corrected vision), the ability to see in color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English.
* May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools.
* Update project-team when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong; It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
* Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
* Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
* See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
* Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
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Applicants for this position may be required to obtain or provide proof of flu shots or of other vaccinations depending on customer requirements and nature of the position or demonstrate a valid basis for exception.
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