AddressRole Definition
Under general supervision of the Project Manager – Low Voltage, Lead Cable Technician will be responsible for the installation, modification, repair and maintenance of Structured Cabling, Access Control and IP camera systems. This includes the physical installation of cabling, overseeing the work of others, surveying work sites to determine the best installation practices, coordinating workflow throughout the jobsite, act as company liaison and provide on the job training to other technicians as needed. The Lead Cable Technician is responsible for making independent judgments where normal procedures or guidelines are not established.
Duties and Requirements
- Physically install Coax, Enhanced Category 5, Category 6, Category 6e, Category 6A, Fiber Optic Structured Cable Distribution Systems, Install Cameras, Knowledge of Building Construction, and Access Control system cabling
- Installation of outlets, pulling cable, fire stopping, and pre-termination including organizing, forming, dressing and labeling cables to TSU standards
- Terminate, assemble and install 8-pin modular connectors and coaxial connectors, light crimp connectors and optical fiber ST, SC and LC pre polished connectors
- Accurately test and save copper and fiber (multimode and single mode) cables to required certification parameters utilizing appropriate test equipment as required per job
- Diagnose and correct copper and optical fiber problems in a timely fashion
- Removal and demolition of abandoned cables
- Possess an extensive knowledge of Access Control Systems and cable requirements. Ability to install access control devices, knowledge of low voltage power supplies
- Maintain and reference industry standards including Bicsi, ANSI, EIA/TIA, and local and National Electric Code
- Perform site surveys, read and use blueprints and floor plan and conduct visual site inspections
- Determine closet and equipment layouts and install closet hardware including backboards, connecting blocks, racks, patch panels and fiber enclosures
- Perform cable splices for copper and optical fiber (mechanical and fusion)
- Identify active circuits
- Attend training and safety meetings, as required.
- Work safely at all times utilizing the necessary Personal Protection Equipment. Demonstrate safe working practices to other technicians
- Serve as a liaison between office and field, communicating all information
- Provide accurate and detailed updates to Project Manager and all necessary office personnel if required
- Perform administrative tasks including, but not limited to, documenting test results and as-builts, completing safety reports, maintaining logbooks, providing labor summary reports, etc.
- Inventory materials and keep truck stocked
- Notify necessary office staff of materials that need to be ordered for stock and/or projects.
- Ability to properly instruct other technicians on techniques, work, etc. as needed to keep project workflow.
- Provide professional and courtesy interaction with the customer. Including meeting with the customer to review projects and providing the customer with updates when required.
Skills, Character Traits, and Physical Requirements
- Possess a high level of independent judgment within established procedures.
- Minimum of 5 years of directly related experience.
- Minimum BICSI Technician certification or equivalent certification.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of LAN/WAN topologies, cabling standards and components.
- Ability to work extended hours (overtime/weekends) as needed.
- Position requires daily travel to worksites and employees must have the ability to independently get to worksites.
- Must adhere to MIOSHA Safety standards.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable with our auto insurance carrier during course of employment.
- OSHA 30hour certification
- Lift Safety Training certification recommended.
- Observant and thorough, able to coach and mentor apprentice technicians.
- Able to work independently or manage a crew.
- Excellent Critical Thinking skills with strong analytical and math skills.
- Active listener with solid verbal and written communication skills.
- Can Do Attitude: Positive, Helpful and Energetic.
- Integrity and Strong Character with Enthusiasm and a Sense of Urgency.
- Commitment to continuous learning.
- Always Punctual, Ambitious, and most importantly Likeable.
- Solid work history showing progressive reliability and conscientiousness.
- Physically fit and able to work in constricted areas.
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
- Dexterity of hands to perform the tasks required of the position.
- Sight in order to be aware of hazards and dangers found in the nature of the work.
- Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, grasp, and perform repetitive motions.
- Lift moderate to heavy objects up to 60 lbs.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools in order to communicate effectively with team and customers.
