What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Technician - Data Centers position at Network Connex?
If being a part of a world-class organization that operates in some of the most advanced technological environments around the world sounds like a dream job, Network Connex might be the right fit for you! You’ll be part of a team working together to solve customer problems every day, with compensation and benefits that are an investment in your career, financial future, and overall well-being.
In addition to competitive base pay, Network Connex offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health you can begin participating in our programs on the first of the month following your start date.
Join our Vanguard 401(k) plan, with immediate vesting and a generous company match to help you build long-term financial security. Our team also enjoys 10 paid company holidays, a generous PTO accrual schedule, and access to discounts on useful products and services.
This position will prep fiber optic cables, perform single splice and ribbon splice procedures, and utilize various splicing hand tools and testers. The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation of splicing knowledge, a safety-centric approach, as well as a strong work ethic and ALL IN attitude to achieve results
Responsibilities
Network Connex believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening.
In addition to competitive base pay, Network Connex offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health you can begin participating in our programs on the first of the month following your start date.
Join our Vanguard 401(k) plan, with immediate vesting and a generous company match to help you build long-term financial security. Our team also enjoys 10 paid company holidays, a generous PTO accrual schedule, and access to discounts on useful products and services.
This position will prep fiber optic cables, perform single splice and ribbon splice procedures, and utilize various splicing hand tools and testers. The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation of splicing knowledge, a safety-centric approach, as well as a strong work ethic and ALL IN attitude to achieve results
Responsibilities
- Performs mid-level jobsite preparation for various underground, aerial and ISP fiber placement splicing projects
- Has high-level ability to prep fiber optic cables using shavers and splitters for splicing projects, including armored, dielectric, MIC, wet, dry etc.
- Ability to determine cable direction in all circumstances and safe practices within all splicing functions when entering splice cases Installs various fiber optic cables into an assortment of fiber splicing cases Ability to ring-tap cable into splicing cases
- Performs a variety of fiber splicing cuts and testing within a live fiber optic tray
- Mid-level understanding of opening vaults and hand holes
- Ability to route aerial, underground, ISP cables including hanging aerial and installation in racks, shelves, and storage locations
- Entry level ability to perform single mode and ribbon splicing for both butt and lateral enclosures while following color codes, OTDR and Power Meter testing, and reading splicing matrixes
- Processes cable relocations and hot cuts with hand hole organization .
- Operates an assortment of hand tools including diagonal cutters, razor blades, ribbon splitters, etc.
- Reads and interprets entry level construction prints and drawings
- Performs maintenance on various splicing equipment
- Ensures safety requirements are always followed
- Safely operates company vehicles and construction equipment as needed and directed by leadership
- Performs other position duties as assigned by leadership
- Requirements 1-3 years of experience performing or assisting with fiber optic splicing projects
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point)
- Being Safe 100% of the time is the expectation
- Alignment with company mission, vision, and values
- A high level of customer centricity
- Strong work ethic with an ALL-IN attitude
- Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members
- Ability to perform in a fast paced/high volume environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills
- Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented
- Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals
- Must pass a background check
- Must pass a drug screen
- valid Driver's License
Network Connex believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status. Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening.