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SUMMARY 

A Cable Technician is a progression from the Installer position. Working as a member of the project team, the Technician is primarily responsible for enhancing over-all jobsite productivity. The Technician is expected to have a fluent skillset and will assist with multiple aspects of the cable installation process; including: pathway construction, Telecommunication Room build-out, cable terminations, and labeling.

MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Install cable pathway systems (cable trays, cable racks, J-hooks or D-rings).
• Install, terminate, test, label and document horizontal, backbone and other cables.
• Dress and route cable into telecommunications closets, modular furniture and other work areas.
• Build out telecommunication and equipment rooms.
• Fire-stop various types of cable penetrations.
• Test, troubleshoot, and document test results for cabling.
• Must have ability to install, terminate and test low voltage cables & fiber optic cables (to include twisted pair cable, coax, power limited tray cable, standard & solid conductor low voltage cable, single mode & multi-mode fiber optic cables).
• Understands, adheres to, and promotes the Environmental, Health & Safety policies.
• Perform/prepare timely field reporting of asset usage as required.
• Perform other duties as needs arise.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Maintain a satisfactory compliance with customer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

• 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.
• Ability to choose the correct tool and methodology for the given task; for themselves and can help other team members do the same.
• Ability to listen carefully to follow instructions
• Demonstrated aptitude for learning from senior team members
• Exhibit a positive attitude
• High attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Willingness to work days, night, and weekends as project requires
• Self-motivated and excellent work ethic
• Demonstrated team work and versatility in integrating into multiple work environments.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 

• High School Diploma or GED
• Industry Certifications
• In-house Certified Training Required (company provided)
• 1-3 years’ work experience in Structured Cabling
• Read, write, and understand English
• Able to distinguish colors
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel 90-95% of the time.

ADDITIONAL NOTES 

•  Probationary period of 90 days
•  Individuals with a felony or misdemeanor convictions MAY not be hired 
•  Individuals must not have any alcohol or drug-related convictions or suspensions within the past three years. 
•  Individual must be able to read and understand instructions in English as well as possess good oral & written   communication skills. 
•  Individual must be able to pass a drug and physical screening as well as background requirements.

Individual must be available to work variable hours.