Cable Technician - Military Veterans

Network Cable Technician
Network Cable Technician - The installation, modification, repair and maintenance of voice, data and fiber optic cabling systems. The Technician is responsible for making independent judgments and adhering to proper installation guidelines.

Essential Functions:

• Physically install Voice, Data and Fiber Optic Structured Cable Distribution Systems



• Installation of outlets, pulling cable, fire stopping and pre-termination including organizing, forming, dressing and labeling cables to industry standards



• Terminate, assemble and install 8-pin modular connectors and coaxial connectors



• Accurately test copper and fiber (multimode and single mode) cables to required certification parameters utilizing appropriate test equipment as required



• Diagnose and correct copper and optical fiber problems



• Removal and demolition of abandoned cables



• Maintain and reference industry standards including ANSI, EIA/TIA, and local and Low Voltage Code



• Determine closet and equipment layouts and install closet hardware including backboards, connecting blocks, racks, patch panels and fiber enclosures.



• Install entrance facility grounding infrastructure and perform grounding tests



• Perform cable splices



• Perform and supervise work in retrofit and new construction environments and implement cut-overs



• Attend training and safety meetings. 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 that is not classified as confidential



• Perform administrative tasks including, but not limited to, documenting test results and as-builts, completing safety reports, keeping safety meeting minutes, maintaining log books, providing labor summary reports, etc.

Job Skills and Requirements

• Valid driver's license



• Experience in construction, operating power tools, interpreting architectural blueprints and schematics



• Education and/or certifications related to communications technology preferred



• Ability to pass background checks, including criminal records checks and drug testing checks



• Ability to distinguish the full spectrum of colors in order to work with color coded wiring



• Ability and willingness to lift 75 lbs.



• Must be able to lift, handle, and carry various ladders, tools and materials throughout the day.



• Must be able to work at heights of 3-12 ft.



• Must be able to bend, stand, sit, crawl, climb, and lift throughout each day.



• Must be able to work in tight spaces, such as attics and crawl spaces

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,600.00 - $66,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)



• 401(k) matching



• Dental insurance



• Health insurance



• Paid time off



• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift



• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pleasant Valley, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person