Installation Tech I

The Installation Technician is responsible for structured cabling, installation of total integrated voice and data systems, networks, and wireless. (This is meant to be a guide. Duties may vary dependent upon management.)

Essential Position Functions:

• Perform installation and maintenance of equipment installations, central office equipment including: iron work,
AC, transport equipment, and all infrastructures. Occasionally performs outside plant installation.
• Completes assignments given by an Installation III or IV independently and works under supervision of installation technician levels III and IV.
• Runs cables, builds ironwork, racking, AC (receptacles in the bays), and mounting of equipment.
• Ensures the safety, quality, and efficiencies of the installation crew.
• Understands, adheres to, and promotes the EH&S policies of all Telecommunication standards.
• When required, ability to stage all equipment and inventory material for accuracy.
• Helps with any additions, removals, changes, upgrades, and maintenance to service contracts.
• Other duties as required.

Additional Expectations:

•      Construction work is project-driven and may vary in availability based on client demand and workload. When role-specific assignments are not available, employees may be required to perform other related duties within the construction or telecommunications field. These duties may include, but are not limited to, ground support, site preparation, equipment maintenance, warehouse support, or assisting with other company projects as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational/Technical Business School Desired.
• Ability to think critically and problem solve.
• Must be able to handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.
• Must be mechanically inclined and have a strong mechanical aptitude.
• Must have intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) skills.
• Must be able to efficiently use a Windows-based computer.
• Ability to prioritize and complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Able to effectively handle multiple priorities with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communications skills.
• Must be able to work alone, and with a team.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged standing.
• Climbing of stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds.
• Carrying of loads up and down stairs. Reaching and/or grasping.
• Stooping, kneeling, walking, bending, crawling, and crouching.
• Carrying, pushing and/or pulling.
• Finger and wrist dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Heavy physical effort (usually lifting/moving up to 70 pounds).
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, peers, et al.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those of a standard office environment.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Exposure to noisy or dusty conditions.
• Exposure to chemicals and solvents.
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards.
• Must be able to travel up to 50% (most travel is planned well in advance).
• The position requires working independently, as well as part of a team.
• This position requires verbal and face-to-face contact with others daily.
• Frequent use of a computer is necessary.
• This position requires use of all general office equipment.