Network Technician (Onsite)

Candidate will need to be qualified in installing, testing and certifying structured and patch panel cabling in a data center environment. Candidate will also need to be familiar with network equipment installations and troubleshooting.

Introduction:

Black Box Network Services, the global leader in communication system integration, is looking for a Network Infrastructure Technician with a proven track record in:

• Working in a structured cabling environment.
  • Installing single and multi-mode optical cabling.
    • Inspecting and cleaning installed optical cabling.
  • Installing copper cable to IEEE and BICSI cabling standards.
  • Testing installed cables using a Fluke Versiv Mainframe.
  • Decommissioning obsolete networking infrastructure.
  • Working with elevated and underfloor cabling trays.
• Performing physical (rack and stack) installations of networking equipment.
• Assist in troubleshooting network equipment and cabling.

This position will support facilities management, site security and project engagement with a commitment and desire to satisfy our customer by completing all work at the highest level, always striving for perfection. The candidate must be motivated and self-driven for success.

Position Details: 

• Hourly position based upon experience & skill level.
• Long term contract with possible contract extension or hire.
• Monday through Friday morning 9:30PM - 7:30AM
• Location:  Customer site - 1990 North Stimmons Freeway, Dallas, TX 75207
• Client Addendum will need to be followed.  Copy will be provided at the time of candidates offer.

Other Responsibilities Include:

• The patching cabling between network equipment and customer’s network.
• The installation of power cables from equipment to power supply in rack/cabinet/closet.
• The installation, troubleshooting and de-installing network equipment.
  • Install/swap out cables, switches routers and etc.
• Complete all hard and complex Move, Add Change (MAC) requests within the defined service levels.
• Provide infrastructure cabling break-fix services for network infrastructure.
• Perform layer 1 troubleshooting
• Support carrier testing of circuits.
• Assist with facilities efforts.
  • Power and uninterruptable power supply (UPS) restoral.
  • Water problems.
  • Emergency cooling restoration.
  • Fire suppression exercises, restoration, and post fire events.
• Support inventory management activities.
  • Receiving inventory.
  • Tagging of assets.
  • Tracking spares (crash kits).
  • Ordering inventory.
  • Updating inventory records.
  • Prepare and return damaged equipment.
• Act as an interface, as needed, between associates at the applicable location and centralized project / operations / MAC management.  

Requirements:

• Requires appropriate equipment training with high-speed fiber optic transport.
  • The ability to clean high speed single and multi-mode optical connections.
  • The ability to measure, transmit and receive on high-speed optics.
  • The knowledge and experience to work safely with high-speed single mode long range optical lasers.
• Experienced with Fluke Versiv Mainframe
• Requires experience in working in a data centers and communications closets.
  • Must be able to perform rack and stack activities.
    • Must be able to safely lift heavy objects.
  • Must understand cable patching processes and procedures.
  • Proven success troubleshooting layer 1 network concerns
• Must be willing to work shift work which includes nights and weekends.

Experience and Education:

• 2-5 yrs experience relevant experience, preferably at least 1 year in a data center environment
• Must an in-depth knowledge of structured cabling 
• Knowledge of IEEE and BICSI cabling standards
• Must have a basic knowledge of networking and network troubleshooting

Physical Requirements: 

• Heavy Work: May frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 50 pounds and/or occasionally exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 100 pounds.
• Vision: Requires the ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye.
• Near Acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
• Midrange: Clarity of vision at distances of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet.
• Far Acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
• Peripheral: Ability to observe an area that can be