What are the responsibilities and job description for the Telecommunications Technician position at The Public Building Authority?
Company Description
The Public Building Authority of Knoxville (PBA) has been the trusted partner in development and facility management for Knoxville and Knox County since 1971. With extensive expertise in public-private partnerships, design-build delivery, and long-term facility operations, the PBA provides innovative solutions for civic projects. Committed to fiscal responsibility, transparency, and a community-focused approach, PBA contributes to economic growth and cultural enrichment in East Tennessee.
Role Description
Assumes a role for installation and maintenance projects and the work of the installation and maintenance team. Installs equipment used to switch telecommunications circuits and installs and maintains voice, data, and video switching and end devices. Places cable, and jumper wires (fiber, coax, UTP, STP, etc.) to extend circuits from telecommunications closets or telecommunications equipment rooms to workstations. Tests operation of cable and equipment after installation.
Qualifications
1. Certificate from an accredited vocational institution or the equivalent in formal education, industry
training and experience.
2. BICSI technical certification or certification from one or more manufacturers regarding the installation
and testing of fiber, copper, coaxial cable or the ability to demonstrate the equivalent in formal
education, industry training, and experience.
3. Manufacturer or other recognized training on telephone systems and equipment is desired.
4. Combination of three (3) years of experience with Low Voltage systems (voice, data and video) cable and equipment installation.
5. Experience with wireless network installation and troubleshooting a plus.
6. Must have no felony convictions. Must have no misdemeanor convictions that would compromise the mission of the Public Building Authority.
7. Must possess a valid Tennessee driver’s license.
8. Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include unusual hours and/or long days.
9. Must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
10. Must be able to work effectively without regularly needing to be told what to do.
11. Must be able to read and interpret communication drawings