Communications Cabling Technician

Job description

Responsible for implementation, coordination, installation, and/or oversight of a wide variety of activities for complex network cable wiring systems for voice, data and video.

Position may require added duties, functions or projects on a needed basis or at the discretion of management.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the items listed below.

Duties and Responsibilities:


+ Use of construction drawings, schematic diagrams, BICSI specifications, EIA/TIA codes and system-defined standards to move or install new communications infrastructure.

+ Measure, cut, assemble and install conduit, pathways, install related structured cable components and necessary terminations.

+ Use specialized testing devices and system-defined standards to test compliance requirements and document results.

+ Ensure standard quality levels are met with respect to fire stoppage, construction regulations, EIA/TIA codes and BICSI structured cabling standards.

+ Lift, carry and move cable and equipment as required.

+ Work with unshielded twisted pair, single and multi-mode fiber optic, coaxial cable and all other types of limited energy cable.

+ Use diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot problems, or repair cable (cable tester, fiber-optic light source and power meter, laptop computers, continuity testers).

+ Install, maintain, and troubleshoot intra-building fiber-optic cables.

Terminate all fiber-optic connectors, manufacture and provide fiber patch cords.

Maintain and troubleshoot outside plant inter-building fiber-optic cables, or equivalent and oversee contractors.

+ Troubleshoot complaints and/or end user related concerns.

+ Certify data wiring and monitor, inspect, and conduct all tests required, ensuring all system component connections are operating properly.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:


+ Considerable knowledge of cabling infrastructure and electronic components required for networking.

+ Considerable knowledge of NFPA regulations, EIT/TIA codes, BICSI standards, etc.

+ Ability to install structure cabling components that meet the needs of the system.

+ Ability to read construction drawings, schematic diagrams, and system-defined infrastructure standards.

+ Ability to maintain complete and accurate records.


Requirements to Perform Essential Job Functions:

Physical Requirements:


+ Occasionally, the employee will need to lift objects up to 75 lbs.

and be able to exert up to 100 lbs.

of force.

+ Must be able to operate a variety of equipment and tools including diagnostic and testing equipment, hand tools, and power tools.

+ Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

+ Must be able to go through and work in very confined spaces.

+ Must be able to work outdoors in hot and very cold conditions, including indoors (such as commercial/industrial freezer with subzero temperatures).

+ Must be able to climb and work on tall ladders – up to 30 ft.

+ Must be able to work on miscellaneous types of lifts, etc.

- up to 250 ft.

+ Must be able to work standing/walking prolonged periods in excess of 8 hours.




Other:


+ Requires the ability to read variety of correspondences, manuals, instructions, journals, etc.

+ Requires the ability to utilize basic mathematics (add, subtract, multiply, divide, utilize decimals and percentages, English-to-metric conversions).

+ Ability to effectively interface and collaborate with customers.

+ Ability to present themselves and their work in a professional manner to management and to customers.

+ Prepare and complete forms, reports, documentation, etc., and be able to apply basic rules of grammar, punctuation, dictation, and style.



+ Requires the ability to communicate and direct people to convey or exchange information; includes receiving instructions assignments or directions from superiors.



+ Fields of vision required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

+ Must be able to differentiate between specific colors and shades of colors on cable wires, etc.

+ Should have basic hand tools for installation of data cabling systems and have fiber optic hand-tools.


Education and Computer Experience:


+ High school diploma or GED supplemented by either an Associate’s Degree in related field, or vocation training in applicable field or 1 to 2 years of experience which includes required skills, knowledge and abilities.


Travel Requirements:


+ Be financially self-sufficient to support yourself for discretionary spending as well as incidental (reimbursable) business expenses.

+ Possess a credit card and a U.S. bank account (WGC transfers pay and expenses electronically into its employees’ accounts).



+ Be able to pass background check through local Port Authorities.



+ Possess or obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).

(Note: Employees are not reimbursed for TWIC fees).



+ Be able to obtain applicable Port badge.

+ Attend commercial safety training


U.S. Citizen, Possess A:


+ U.S. Passport

+ Certified Birth Certificate

+ Valid Social Security Card

+ Valid Driver License (Florida or other state)




Resident Alien, Non-U.S. Citizen, Posses A:


+ Valid Passport of your country of origin

+ Valid Permanent Resident Card or other ID indicating legal status to work in the United Sates

+ Valid Social Security card

+ Valid Driver License (Florida or other state)


International:


+ Possess an active Passport

+ Acquire Permanent Resident Card (“Green Card”) for working purposes


Recommended for all Technicians:


+ Utilize a laptop and must be computer literate.

+ Must be able to work with electronic documents, and proficient in Excel and Word.



+ Possess a cell phone to main communication when traveling.

+ Obtain basic hand tools for installation of data cabling systems; fiber optic hand tools is preferred.

+ Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Required Skill Profession

Other General