Lead Cable Technician

Description

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:                            Information Technology

SUPERVISOR:                                                  IT Telecom Infrastructure Manager 

FLSA:                                                                 Non-exempt

SALARY RANGE:                                             $50,000 - $70,000

ALL FULL TIME POSITIONS:     In addition to your pay, your salary also includes Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance. The Biweekly deduction from employee paycheck is $40.00 for Employee Only, $95.00 Employee plus Children, $120.00 Employee plus Spouse, and $140.00 Employee plus family.  

JOB SUMMARY: 

Qualified candidates will be able to perform cable installation including terminating, testing, and troubleshooting Cat6, fiber, copper, and video cable. Verify service by testing circuits, equipment, and alarms, identifying, correcting, or escalating problems. Must know color codes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Supervise in field as needed oversee work to make sure it is done correctly & testing is done on all terminations.

· Install and maintain cable pathway systems such as J-hooks, D-rings and cable ladder racks.

·  Will use basic cable installation hand tools including RJ-11, RJ-45 Crimpers, wire strippers and punch down tools. Punch down patch panels and 66 blocks.

· Duties include but not limited to Installing Cameras, PTP AP’s Wireless AP’s, Cell Boosters, mounting Tv’s and Digital TV antennas.

· Documents network by labeling and routing equipment and cables; recording configuration diagrams and specifications. 

· Maintains network by troubleshooting and repairing outages; testing network back-up procedures; updating documentation.

· Maintains updated firmware of all Switches, NVR’s, Cameras, and phone equipment.

· Climb towers to assist in maintaining wireless infrastructure.

· Assist with maintaining multiple digital signs for marketing.

· Work trouble tickets generated through the Helpdesk System.

· Inspect cabling systems and equipment on a regular basis so that any malfunctions or potential problems can be determined and handled on time.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Perform other duties and projects as required by management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR CONSIDERATION:

· Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

· Must exhibit excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with all levels of user expertise.

· Must have the ability to follow specific instructions and processes and be able to insure details are implemented.

· Must be professional in presentation and appearance during all customer contacts.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to move up and down ladder for extended periods of time. Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Some bending and stretching.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Indoor/Outdoor environment

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.