Infrastructure Technician I - Rio Rancho, NM

Summary: The Infrastructure Technician performs skilled infrastructure/structured cabling work in the installation, service and maintenance, repair and alteration of low voltage category cabling, fiber optic cabling, communications cabling and other various low voltage cabling systems at a client site

Position Details

• Contract with possible contract extension(s)
• Standard Hours: Mon-Fri, 6AM-3PM
• Location: Onsite - Rio Rancho, NM 87124
• Must have Steel or composite toe shoes & tools such as screwdrivers, snips, & RJ45 crimper

Primary Roles & Responsibilities

• Complete physical installations and removal of structured cabling components, cabinets, & pathway systems (cable tray), & move equipment, racks, & related communications infrastructure materials
• Perform installation and service of low voltage category cabling, fiber optic cabling, communications cabling, communication equipment & other various low voltage related systems such as Category 5, Enhanced Category 5, Category 6 & Fiber Optic Structured Cable Distribution Systems
• Perform upgrades and additions to cabling infrastructure systems in order to increase functionality and usability
• Evaluate, diagnose, & troubleshoot cabling infrastructure systems & perform repairs
• Inform operations management regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing necessary information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with OSHA regulations
• Complete required documentation in a variety of written and electronic formats according to company standards such as time reporting for billing & payroll, work order progress & completion, time and materials for client SLAs, etc.
• Transport a variety of items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at the client site

Education Requirements

• Associate degree or Certification in a technology services/technical discipline, or equivalent work experience preferred

Experience Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in a Site Support Technician role (or similar experience)

Other Qualifications, Skills & Certifications

• CNET CNCI
• BICSI Installer (INST1)
• BICSI Installer 2 copper/fiber (INSTC/INSTF)
• Valid driver's license may be required
• Manufacturer certifications

Competencies

• Basic Computer Skills (MS Outlook, word, excel)
• Proven ability to install, terminate & test low voltage cables to include twisted pair cable, coax, power limited tray cable, stranded & solid conductor low voltage & fiber optic cable
• Know how to use a fluke tester
• Must know how to terminate a RJ45
• Installation of cable pathways, conveyances (e.g. ladder, trays, support systems)
• Through-wall penetration systems
• Comprehension of terminology pertaining to installation & service of cabling infrastructure for telecom, data, security & wireless systems.
• Knowledge of industry standards: BICSI, ANSI, EIA/TIA, local & National Electric Code
• Comprehension of publications pertaining to standard cabling for telecom, data, security & wireless systems practices, engineering & federal, State & local safety standards
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to read blueprints, & architectural, mechanical, & electrical documents
• Ability to read and interpret floor plans, wiring diagrams, and other installation documentation