What are the responsibilities and job description for the Low Voltage Structured Cable Technician position at Coranet?
Title: Low Voltage Structured Cable Technician Level 1
Location: Long Island based with New York, New Jersey & PA
Coranet Corp. is seeking a Level 1 Cable Technician to join our Field Service teams. The Technician will work under our Lead Cable Technicians on Coranet's structured cabling technician teams to entirely and successfully install low-voltage projects, including structured cabling, access control, physical security, wireless, and AV projects across Long Island with some work in New York, New Jersey and PA.
A Technician I works with moderate supervision and guidance from a Technician II and III or operations coordinator, installing, testing, and troubleshooting telecommunication connectivity systems. Individuals classified as Technician I are familiar with telecommunications installation but have not yet obtained the experience or expertise required for the Leads or Technician II classifications. Individuals in this classification may hold a BICSI or manufacturer certification and are willing and able to accept direction, guidance, and critique from individuals in advanced classifications.
Only local candidates will be considered.
Have Demonstrated Experience
Location: Long Island based with New York, New Jersey & PA
Coranet Corp. is seeking a Level 1 Cable Technician to join our Field Service teams. The Technician will work under our Lead Cable Technicians on Coranet's structured cabling technician teams to entirely and successfully install low-voltage projects, including structured cabling, access control, physical security, wireless, and AV projects across Long Island with some work in New York, New Jersey and PA.
A Technician I works with moderate supervision and guidance from a Technician II and III or operations coordinator, installing, testing, and troubleshooting telecommunication connectivity systems. Individuals classified as Technician I are familiar with telecommunications installation but have not yet obtained the experience or expertise required for the Leads or Technician II classifications. Individuals in this classification may hold a BICSI or manufacturer certification and are willing and able to accept direction, guidance, and critique from individuals in advanced classifications.
Only local candidates will be considered.
Have Demonstrated Experience
- with copper (CAT5e/CAT6) and fiber [single mode/multi mode] cable: rough-in, labeling, terminations, and testing.
- with copper patch panel: dress-in; terminations; labeling; and, testing.
- patching according to a customer-provided switch matrix.
- with Fluke Networks [or equivalent] copper/fiber cable tester/analyzer.
- working with General Contractors and other project trades, e.g., electrical, furniture, carpet, etc.
- with the receipt and inventory of drop-shipped project materials.
- with LAN rack: assembly; grounding; cable runways; cable tray; etc.
- in extending carrier POTS; T1; cable TV circuits.
- working in new or existing client office environments.
- Ability to pass pre-employment screening
- Valid Drivers License
- Finger & wrist dexterity & hand/eye coordination.
- Ability to work from heights such as man lifts, scissor lifts & rooftops, utilizing proper fall protection.
- Ability to use small hand tools.
- Ability to use power tools.
- Climbing of stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds.
- Ability to walk, stand, bend, lift up to 50 lbs., and drive a vehicle.
- Demonstrated written & verbal skills.
- Available for off-hour assignments.
- Copper or fiber Certifications, e.g., CommScope, Corning, etc.
- OSHA 30 Certification
- SST Card
- Capable of operating with minimal supervision.
- Valid driver's license
- Access to vehicle
- Willing to travel across NJ, PA, and Metro NY
- Willing to work weekdays, nights, and weekends
- Job is usually performed in indoor/outdoor environments under multiple environmental conditions.
- Ability to accept periodic assignments that involve travel away from immediate district office area based on client needs, business needs and project scope.
- Exposure to noisy or dusty conditions; chemicals & solvents; mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards.
- General hours of Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm - but ability to provide support during and outside regular business hours is required.
- Must be able to work in the United States.
