Lead Cable Technician

Skill Level: Mid to Senior (5-10 years experience)

Job Type: Full

Additional Benefits:

• Small business flexibility.
• Hard work is rewarded.

Duties:

• Provide excellent customer service at all times.
• Ability to understand and interpret low voltage blueprints.
• Ability to properly ground and bond equipment / IT racks.
• Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various cabling infrastructure.
• Pull, route, and terminate various types of cables, including Ethernet and fiber optic.
• Perform site surveys to determine the best installation route, methods, and estimate materials needed.
• Terminate RJ45 via CAT5E/6 in accordance with industry standards.
• Install and terminate fiber optic cables.
• Ensuring all cables are neatly routed, dressed, and bundled.
• Installation of cabling support components such as j-hooks, cable racks, and innerduct.
• Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed cable systems and component devices are operational.
• Troubleshoot device and or cabling issues.
• Adhere to safety protocols and industry standards during all installations.

Qualifications:

• Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Self-starter, able to work independently or with a team.
• Data Cable Technician with CAT5e/6, fiber optic, and network experience.
• Related IT certifications desired (BICSI, Panduit, etc.)
• Experience identifying, installing, and repairing infrastructure cabling.
• Experience in low voltage cabling, smart hands network replacement, telephony, CCTV, and point-of-sale equipment is a plus.
• Available to travel up to 100% of the time.
• Regional travel is required daily. Travel outside of the local region will be required occasionally.
• Must be physically capable of climbing ladders, working in closets, rooftops, and construction sites.
• Ability to work in small spaces.
• Ability to lift 40 Lbs.
• Ability to operate a lift and complete work at heights.
• Has basic telecommunication tools and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Experience in conduit installation is a plus.
• Must have Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and no restrictions.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass a drug test.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Opportunities for advancement
• Professional development assistance

Compensation Package:

• Hourly pay

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Nights as needed
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Installing IT equipment in a commercial environment: 5 years (Required)
• Installing & terminating ethernet and fiber optic cables.: 5 years (Required)
• Installing cabling supports such as J-hooks or ladder rack.: 5 years (Required)
• Evaluating low voltage blueprints.: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• BICSI Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Meraux, LA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $25 - $30