Structured Cabling Technician

Oteka Technologies is looking for hardworking, dedicated, and outstanding technicians with experience in voice and data cabling who are interested in growing with a company that takes good care of its employees and customers.

• Terminate and test new cabling and install associated hardware, including J-Hooks, cable tray, and related infrastructure.
• Set up new telecommunications and data frames.
• Apply knowledge of structured cabling and other advanced technologies.
• Read, understand, and measure from floor plans.
• Estimate materials required for various cabling projects.
• Remove abandoned cable.
• Run all cabling within the guidelines outlined in applicable National Building Codes and standards.
• Install and terminate telephone cabling, including multi-connect telephone twisted pair and other voice-grade cabling systems.
• Install and terminate data communication cabling, including fiber optics and unshielded twisted pair.
• Test and troubleshoot problems with structured cabling systems.
• Attend plan review meetings to review structured cabling requirements for construction projects.
• Work with Facilities Planning and Institutional Services Safety and Environmental departments on assigned jobs.
• Assist in the development of specifications for structured cabling systems.
• Work with Telecom and Networking teams on system design.
• Prepare design layouts needed for permitting required by Shelby County Code.
• Maintain accurate records of time and materials used on each job.
• Prepare reports related to job duties.
• Ability to work within project constraints, including time and materials.
• Perform related duties as required.

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.

• Ability to perform diagnostic troubleshooting and analysis.
• Ability to operate a computer.
• BICSI Certified Level 1 or greater preferred.
• Knowledge of terminating structured cabling systems according to TIA/EIA 568 and 569 standards.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes.
• Ability to climb ladders and lift heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of equipment and tools used in structured cabling.
• Basic plan-reading, basic math, and reading comprehension skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with team members and clients.

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Fuel card
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance