What are the responsibilities and job description for the Installation Support Technician (Cabling Experience Required) position at Essintial Enterprise Solutions?
Temporary full time work until 3/26/2025.
Job Type: Full-Time/Contract
Job Summary: We are seeking a reliable and skilled Installation Support Technician with experience in cabling and basic IT support tasks. The ideal candidate will be responsible for installing and troubleshooting network/PC infrastructure, including running CAT 5 and CAT 6 cables, drilling and mounting speakers, and installing network components. This position requires working on ladders and providing your own tools.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cabling: Run, terminate, and test CAT 5 and CAT 6 cables according to industry standards.
- Hardware Installation: Install and configure network and PC type hardware.
- Drilling and Mounting: Drill and securely mount speakers and other equipment as required.
- Ladder Work: Safely work on ladders to install and maintain equipment at heights.
- Basic IT Support: Provide hands-on support for hardware troubleshooting, replacements, and other support tasks as needed.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of work performed, including cable runs, installations, and troubleshooting steps.
- Safety Compliance: Follow all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Proven experience in running CAT 5 and CAT 6 cables, and installing network hardware.
- Tools: Must provide own tools.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to work on ladders and over head
- Technical Skills: Basic understanding of network and PC install. Audio experience is helpful.
- Problem-Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently and efficiently.
- Communication: Good communication skills to interact with team members and clients.
- Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safety practices related to working with electrical equipment, ladders, and power tools.
Required Tools:
- Ladder capable of reaching 10’ ceilings but as low as 6'.
- Basic hand tools
- Smart phone
- Flash light – not the one on the phone
- Glow sticks
- Fish tape
- Electrical tape
- Impact driver
- Cordless drill
- Various sizes of wood, metal and masonry drill bits
- Various sizes and types of driver bits
- Ethernet cable tester that displays output of all 8 pins simultaneous
- Cable toner
- 1” spade bit (in addition to the bits mentioned above)
- 1” masonry bit (in addition to the bits mentioned above)
- Velcro
- RJ 45 Crimper Tool
- Tin Snips
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certifications such as CompTIA Network , etc
- Previous experience in a similar hands-on IT support role.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Essintial Enterprise Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Job Types: Contract, Temporary
Pay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
Application Question(s):
- Do you have the required tools that are listed in the job posting?
Experience:
- Cabling: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Pittsburgh, PA 15261 (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $27
