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Form of workLooking for someone who has minimal wiring/cabling/electrical experience really wanting to get into industry and learn about the cabling industry. Candidates will get hands on training experience and have opportunity to grow with company. 2 positions available! Apply to posting if interested!
Description:
Looking for Field Technicians capable of completing daily tasks. Must be willing to learn, work hard and instill a positive culture to team. Ability to understand project requirements and keep projects on track. Looking for an extremely accountable person how has reliable transportation and can be punctual. Will be required to report to job site daily. Any long distance jobs transportation or mileage reimbursement (over 50 miles) will be provided.
Local candidates as jobs will be at Denver Metro Area locations
Must have experience
Must be able to pass drug test (No exceptions even in Colorado)
Must pass DMV and Background check
Must have tools such as drill, snips, ladder, punchdown, screwdrivers, measuring tape and plyers.
POSITION SUMMARY
Working as a member of a project team, the Technician I is primarily responsible for enhancing over-all job site productivity and ensuring high-quality work. The Technician will work with multiple aspects of the Cable Installation process including RFID, CAT5, CAT6, fiber, rack, stack, patch, pathway construction, rough-in, routing, Telecommunication Room build-out, cable terminations, labeling, and grounding. The Technician's goal is to complete tasks with a high degree of quality and efficiency, while practicing professionalism for optimal job performance.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Core Duties & Responsibilities:
Safety is number one Core Value. Follow safe work practices and company and client work site policies.
Promotes company Core Values to foster and safeguard family-centric culture.
Installation of structured cabling systems including all aspects of the installation process.
Reads and interprets all floor plans, drawings, specifications, and cut sheets.
Properly sets up a variety of testers.
Performs system testing and troubleshooting as required.
Terminates, labels, tests and troubleshoots structure cabling installations.
Proactively oversee and lead job site organization and basic housekeeping maintenance.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
Maintain satisfactory compliance with customer security requirements.
Excel in technical tasks such as testing and troubleshooting.
Full working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
High school diploma or GED required
Experience:
Minimum 6 months - 2 years’ work experience in Structured Cabling or related industry/construction experience.
Able to distinguish color codes
POSITION BONUS ATTRIBUTES
Hands on experience with fiber and copper installations/projects
Hands on experience with security devices for access control, intrusion detection and CCTV installations/projects
Hands on experience with DAS/Wireless projects
Hands on experience with AV projects
Obtain company approved (manufacturer) certifications
Obtain BICSI Installer either Level 1 or Level 2 certification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Self-motivated and excellent work ethic that aligns with Core Values.
Solid team player exhibiting core values of accountability, collaboration, integrity and respect.
Must possess proven problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
Ability to understand and effectively explain every aspect of the structured cabling system. including pathways, spaces, horizontal cabling, backbone copper, backbone fiber optic, cross- and inter-connections, and testing. This includes understanding applicable codes, standards, and industry-best practices and the ability to differentiate between them and make recommendations.
Full working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook.
Ability to choose the correct tool and methodology for a given task.
Demonstrated aptitude for learning from senior team members.
Ability to listen carefully to and follow instructions.
Demonstrated team work and versatility in integrating into multiple work environments.
Exhibit a positive attitude.
High attention to detail.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Able to distinguish color codes and read a tape measure.
Must be able to meet driving standards policy.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The standard work environment for this position is an indoors business office and construction environment. Ability to use a computer and/or hand tools while sitting or standing for extended periods of time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear, use hands, stoop, kneel, bend, rotate, push, pull, reach with hands and arms on intermittent to regular basis daily. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must regularly carry and climb ladders to 20 feet. The employee may be required to work in tight, confined spaces. The employee must demonstrate regular and on-time attendance. There could be a requirement of occasional travel by conventional means including aircraft, motor vehicle and the like within the region and to other locations as required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
DISCLAIMER:
The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Actively recruits qualified women, minorities, disabled and veterans for all positions for which they are qualified.
Skills:
Construction, Telecommunication, Installation, Cabling, Construction management, Telecom, Access control, Cctv, Change management, Wireless, Coax, Alarm systems, Underground construction, Fiber optic cable, Security, Cable tech, Cat5, Cat6, Install, Deployment, Troubleshooting, Hardware, Wireless access point, das, wifi, rfid, racking, rack and stack, routing
Top Skills Details:
Construction,Telecommunication,Installation,Cabling,Construction management
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Hands on experience with fiber and copper installations/projects
Hands on experience with security devices for access control, intrusion detection and CCTV installations/projects
Hands on experience with DAS/Wireless projects
Hands on experience with AV projects
Obtain company approved (manufacturer) certifications
Obtain BICSI Installer either Level 1 or Level 2 certification
Interview Questions:
1. What is your strongest area of expertise? (initial questions to understand what level of exposure they’ve had to the industry)
2. Have you run cable? Have you dressed cable?
4. Have you installed an IDF/MDF closet from the ground up, including pathways? (if this candidate hasn’t installed pathways – supports, cable tray, fiber runner -, plus cabling at the Tech 2 level then they aren’t a Tech 2)
5. What is a punch down? Can you go into detail? Have you punchdown & terminated cable?
6. How long does it take to punch down 24 or 48 patch panels?
7. Do you know your color codes?
8. Do you have experience with using BOTH ends of a Versiv Fluke tester for fiber and/or copper? (not a MUST, but nice to have)
9. If you were to do Quality Assurance, what are some things you would be looking for?
• Labeling of the cable
• Labeling of the patch panels
• Termination point
• Clean consistent dressing
10. How would you best describe a supervisor that brings the best out in you? (ideally focusing on effective communication, coaching, and creating a positive work environment/culture)
11. Can you provide an example of a time you had little to no direction in solving an issue; what happened/what did you do (looking for someone who will ask questions and escalate if not getting an answer)
12. Do you have any experience completing work in a live data center environment? (not a MUST but nice to have)
Experience Level:
Entry Level
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