Candidate will need to be qualified in installing, testing and certifying structured cabling in a data center environment.

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.

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
• Standard work hours: Starting shift will be Monday - Friday from 6:00 pm - 2:00 am. However, shifts may vary or change to cover changes in site status
• Location: Customer site - Richardson, TX 75082
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Must be willing to work shift work which includes nights and weekends.

Experience and Education:

• Must an in-depth knowledge of structured cabling

About Us:

Black Box is a leading technology solutions provider. Our mission is to accelerate our customers’ business by valuing relationships with our team members, clients and stakeholders. By continuously growing our knowledge, we remain relevant in the market and are in a superior position to help customers design, deploy and manage their IT infrastructure. Through our values, such as innovation, ownership, transparency, respect and open-mindedness, we deliver high-value products and services through our global presence and 2,500 team members in 24 countries and growing. Black Box is a wholly owned subsidiary of AGC Networks.

Visit blackbox.com to learn more.

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