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Telecommunications Technician 1 - D.C. Metro Area
ID 10696
Location Washington Metro Area- MD/VA/DC
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Position Overview:

The Telecommunications Technician 1 is responsible for the installation of communications cabling and equipment in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. As a technician you should have work experience installing basic equipment which involves using hand tools and power tools, a basic understanding of Telecom Systems, blueprints and knowledge of codes and standards. Telecommunications Technicians are to be considered full-time employees with company benefits.

In this position, you will be gaining 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 & Responsibilities:

·         Basic knowledge of operating Hand & Power Tools safely, along with adhering to all Safety Regulations & Procedures.  

·         Understand how 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.

  • Previous working experience in Terminating, Testing & Troubleshooting of Horizontal Copper (Cat 5, Cat 6).
  • Previous experience installing various types of Low-Voltage Cabling.

·         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 Cable Tray

o   Various Cabinet and Racks 

o   Various Telecommunications Devices 

o   Prefabricated Components and Assemblies.

o   Telecommunications Grounding Systems 

·         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.

  • Knowledge & understanding of different color codes & strong familiarity with TIA & EIA Standards.
  • Ability to label & test Horizonal Cable as required for the position.
  • Must be able to perform Quality Assurance checks of the team’s work to ensure cable installation is performed within all applicable requirements.
  • Maintain a clean working environment & participate in daily job site cleanup.
  • Must secure company tools & materials daily.
  • Ability to successfully install one or more of the following systems including Backbone & Riser Cable (Copper & Fiber), Plywood & Racks, Cable Trays (TC, MDF & IDF), OSP & ISP, along with Site Grounding.
  • Position may require up to 25% Travel which may include domestic &/or International.

Education, Experience & Technical Qualifications:

·         Minimum 3+ 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.

·         High School Diploma OR GED required.

·         Must be 18 years of age with reliable transportation daily to & from the appointed jobsite.

·         Experience in & knowledge of telecommunications installation in complex markets including Federal & Government Facilities, Healthcare/Hospitals, Commercial Buildings & Mission Critical Facilities.

·         Ability to pass basic telecommunications 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. 

·         Wear long pants and a shirt that covers the shoulders by six (6) inches. These are not provided by the Company. 

·         Provide basic tools from the provided tool list prior to 1st day 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.

 

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

  • A competitive salary
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Paid-time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Military Reserve pay offset
  • Paid maternity leave
  • Pay: $25.00 - $28.00

 

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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