What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structured Cabling Technician position at MetroPower?
The Technician 1, Low Voltage is responsible for installing, terminating, testing, and maintaining voice, data, and fiber optic cabling systems for commercial and industrial projects. This role requires reading blueprints, ensuring compliance with safety and code standards, troubleshooting technical issues, and supporting high-quality, on-time installations. The technician will work in diverse environments and collaborate with field teams to deliver reliable, structured cabling solutions while maintaining excellent customer service.
At PPC Partners we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors: A Servant's Heart -- Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom -- Insightful, Integrity -- Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage -- Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility -- Modest and Respectful, Passion -- Unfailing Dedication
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Job Planning & Execution:
At PPC Partners we believe in the Power to Serve along with the Pursuit of Excellence. As such the following values guide our behaviors: A Servant's Heart -- Focus on the Needs of Others, Wisdom -- Insightful, Integrity -- Honesty and Trustworthy, Courage -- Decisive and Confident in Others, Humility -- Modest and Respectful, Passion -- Unfailing Dedication
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Job Planning & Execution:
- Inspect work areas and complete Job Hazard Analysis prior to starting work to ensure a safe jobsite and compliance with company safety standards
- Review and plan daily tasks, scheduling, equipment, tools, and material needs to maintain project efficiency and quality
- Analyze blueprints and prepare for upcoming tasks by anticipating equipment, procedures, and training needs
- Complete pos-installation documentation, timesheets, materials reconciliation, and daily logs
- Run new cabling and conduit in new or existing buildings
- Terminate and test fiber optic cabling, new and existing cabling, voice and data jacks, and data cables
- Build and mount rack equipment such as ladder racks and cable trays
- Troubleshoot technical issues and hardware components at various locations to ensure system functionality and performance
- Maintain structured cabling systems and assist in deploying, splicing, and testing fiber optic cable
- Operate necessary vehicles, tools, and equipment as required by job specifications
- Stay current on low-voltage cabling codes, color codes, industry standards, and testing procedures
- Communicate professionally with customers, team members, permitting authorities, and vendors
- Demonstrate effective problem-solving skills, initiative, and creativity in fieldwork
- Pre-plan and identify the methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task.
- Execute skill in observing habits and hazards of others and bringing it to their attention.
- Uphold safety as the most important goal of our company. Support goal of achieving zero accidents.
- Promote and encourage open communication between field and office regarding all safety concerns, suggestions, improvements, and PPE needed.
- Obtain safety training as expected by all company personnel.
- High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
- 5 years experience in structured cabling is strongly preferred
- BICSI Certification preferred
- Positive safety attitude and personal integrity -- both are non-negotiable
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- Self-starter with willingness to take on difficult cabling jobs
- Solid attention to detail with good follow-through
- Ability to read and understand floor plans
- Ability to work in team environment with demonstrated positive attitude
- Perform work while standing, climbing ladders, crawling, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs., both indoors and outdoors
- Work in environments involving moving machinery, temperature fluctuations, dust, fumes, and confined spaces