Lead Structured Cabling Technician

Overview Under the guidance of the Foreman Supervisor and Project Manager will manage all phases of Datacenter installation Projects. Lead Technician must be able to think strategically and demonstrate "Leadership". Lead Technician will assume total ownership from the receipt of completed engineering "work package" to delivery of project completion and final documentation. Lead Technician must exhibit the ability to provide great customer service and deliver projects according to the customer’s expectations. Responsibilities Lead Technician must be detail oriented, analytical, process and compliance focused. Ability to work independent of direct supervision; self‑starting; team player. Good organizational, written, and verbal skills (meticulous regarding documentation). Excellent people skills, customer oriented, willingness to help others. Positive and proactive approach, willingness to travel, strong work ethic, and flexibility for work schedule. Lead Technician must demonstrate good customer skills. Lead Technician has total responsibility for the job layout and plan of execution. Lead Technician must stay current with the latest technologies and installation procedures. Lead Technician must have a full understanding of the scope of work. Lead Technician must understand and accurately complete all paperwork required of assigned project. Lead Technician must be able to run small, medium, and large projects when required. Lead Technician must be fully competent at the Vision standard for quality installation craftsmanship and customer service excellence. Lead Technician must be fully competent at installation and termination of various copper and fiber products in accordance with TIA/EIA standards and BICSI standards. Lead Technician must be fully competent in testing and troubleshooting of copper and fiber cable plant systems in accordance with TIA/EIA standards and BICSI standards. Lead Technician must be fully competent at directing his team in assembling, installing, and securing various cable trays, racks, and cabinets used in telecommunications closets. Lead Technician must understand the basic principles of grounding and bonding as described in the BICSI installation methods and must be capable of properly bonding cable trays and properly grounding racks, cable trays, etc. Lead Technician must be knowledgeable in the proper operation of all Vision’s Cat5, Cat5E, Cat6 testers to include proper operation of the tester, properly saving test results and properly downloading and storing test results on the network. Lead Technician must be knowledgeable in the proper operation of Vision’s fiber power meter testers to include proper operation of the tester, properly saving test results and properly downloading and storing test results on the network. Lead Technician must be knowledgeable in the proper operation of an OTDR to include proper operation of the OTDR, properly saving test results and properly downloading and storing the test results on the network. Lead Technician must be fully capable of interpreting test results from fiber and copper testers and successfully troubleshooting and properly repairing the fiber or copper cable plant to ultimately ensure a correct and valid test. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. BICSI and industry certifications are preferred. Knowledge of fiber terms and troubleshooting is needed. Ability to drive company vehicle throughout the day. Background check and driver’s license check required. Ability to lift various items, stand for long periods of time, and climb ladders. Physical demands: must be able to lift 75 lbs and climb ladders as required. Years of Experience: 3 – 5. Security Clearance: As needed. Preferred Certifications – BICSI Installer 2, industry manufacturer certifications, OSHA safety certification 10/30, HILTI powder actuated tools, Confined Space. Vision Technologies is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran. Company Overview Vision Technologies, a national and global systems integrator, provides IT services and solutions for commercial and federal clients. Our seasoned staff has keen insight into trends and emerging technologies that are changing the way we work, communicate, and protect our society. We offer design, installation, support and project management for Distributed Antenna Systems, Passive Optical Networking, voice/data, wireless systems, security, audiovisual, and video teleconferencing delivering powerful IP‑centric, integrated solutions that get results. Benefits and Leave Programs Company Holidays Elective Days PTO Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Life Insurance and AD&D Short/Long‑term Disability 401(k) Retirement Plan Tuition Reimbursement Leadership Development Training #J-18808-Ljbffr