IT Technician

Duties and Responsibilities

● Undertakes the installation of data equipment, including data racks, patch panels, cable trays, Cables, faceplates, etc

● Utilizes appropriate testing equipment to test installed cables (Network cable, fiber optics cable, audio cable and power cable)

● Undertakes the loading and installation of workstations, laptops, and peripherals

● improves upon existing installation and troubleshooting procedures

● Performs cabling installations, including New Commercial Data, Voice, Fiber Optic and Paging

● Provides education to customers on the proper use of all installed equipment and address customer concerns

● Tests systems and performs signal verification

● Adheres to safety policies and procedures and reports all accidents, hazards, and equipment problems

● Takes responsibility for installing new cables in new or existing buildings

● Performs termination and testing of new cabling

● Installs Cat5e,Cat6, Cat6a, and fiber optic and power cabling systems

● Labels, pulls, and terminates cable.

● Performs maintenance on cable systems by installing, repairing, programming, and upgrading cable infrastructure

● Performs preventive maintenance and repairs by troubleshooting cabling system issues

● Applies established procedures in testing every newly installed or relocated cable

● Keeps cable neatly tied and bundled while maintaining safety standard

● Promotes environmental, health, and safety policies within the workplace

● Performs installation and routine maintenance of structured cabling systems

● Works at heights, poles, and small confined spaces.

● Works outdoors and in inclement weather conditions

● Installs devices for alarm, fire, access, and automation systems

● Assist technical engineers documentation work, by printing, organizing, packaging and submission of documents

Skill and Experience

● Knowledge in structured cabling and other advanced technologies

● Knowledge of labeling, pulling and dressing category 3, category 5e, category 6 and fiber optic, and previous wiring or data experience (Audio Installer, Network Installer, Cable Installer, etc.)

● knowledgeable in various wiring configurations and terminations, as well as possess technical skills and knowledge of telecommunications industry and installations, including voice, data, and video structured cabling systems

● A strong working knowledge of TIA, EIA, BICSI, or NEC Standards; including installation, troubleshooting and service, and working knowledge of building codes, electrical codes, communication standards, and installation may be required

● Experience with installing j-hooks, ladder racks and cable tray and wall cladding

● Experience in communications cabling is strongly preferred

● Self-motivated and team spirit: Ability to work well both independently and as part of a professional team is required of networking cabling technician

● Customer service skills: They must be service oriented and capable of relationship building

● Communication skills

Salary: Negotiable