Communications Technician - Tampa, FL

Overview

Job Overview

A Communications Technician 2 is responsible for the installation and assisting with Planning & Layout of communications cabling and equipment in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. As a technician, you should have work experience installing basic equipment, involving the use of hand tools and power tools, a basic understanding of Telecom Systems, blueprints, and knowledge of codes and standards.

Additionally, each technician must strive to become a qualified BICSI Technician. Telecom technicians are full-time employees with company benefits.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Various pathways and cable trays
• Various Cabinets and Racks
• Various Telecommunications Devices
• Prefabricated Components and Assemblies
• Telecommunications Grounding Systems

Survey and document existing telecommunications infrastructure such as copper and fiber cables, active and passive components using electronic devices.

Sketch rack elevations, floor, and wall elevations.

Cable Technicians need to train and supervise apprentices in a team environment, installing cable from Telecommunication Rooms (TR) to work area outlets (WAO) following drawings and run lists, ensuring proper installation and organization.

Perform quality assurance checks of team’s work to ensure installation meets all requirements.

Maintain a clean work area and participate in job site clean-up.

Secure company tools and materials daily.

Travel up to 25%, which may include domestic and/or international travel.

Qualifications / Skills Sets / Expectations:

• 4+ years prior experience in the commercial communications industry
• Be 18 years of age or older
• High School diploma or GED required
• Excellent safety record, valid driver’s license, and clean driving record
• Successfully pass background check and drug test
• Reliable transportation to and from the jobsite
• Ability to pass basic telecommunication knowledge test
• Experience reading and understanding plans and specifications
• Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills
• Punctuality and teamwork skills
• Wear long pants and a shirt covering shoulders (not provided by the company)
• Provide basic tools from the provided list before the first day of employment

Physical Abilities:

• Lift at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for extended periods
• Relocate up to a twelve-foot stepladder without assistance
• Work at various heights, climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, lifts, and ladders
• Perform routine movements such as walking, climbing, lifting, squatting, crawling, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead
• Good vision (may be corrected), ability to distinguish colors, and communicate in English
• Use standard ladders, see details at close range, and understand spoken information

Desired

Skills:



• Active Security Clearance
• Valid Passport and willingness to travel overseas
• BICSI credentials including Technician
• Manufacture Certifications and/or Fiber Certification
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications