Senior Technician

Job TitleThis position is responsible for traveling nationwide to perform highly diversified and complex installations, terminations and cable testing, and ensure project installations meets safety and industry standards. Trains and directs Technicians and Technician Helpers.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesTravel 100% of the time for the duration of a project; dependent upon size of projectInstall cable support systems in new or existing buildingsEstablish cable pathways as prescribed by industry standardsTerminate and test copper voice/data cablesInstall termination blocks, patch panels and station hardwareInstall, terminate, test and troubleshoot fiber optic cableCollaborate with Manager and Customer in project planning and implementationCoordinate and deliver all required materials, equipment, and safety gearPrepare and maintain daily job journals, field change order forms, material inventory forms and all required documentationAssist installation kickoff on-site and development of work and safety plan with crew membersManage location schedules including start time, break time and stop timeTrain and direct Technicians and Technician Helpers on project installs and safety standardsCleanup work site each dayComply with all safety regulationsOther duties as assignedJob RequirementsHigh School Diploma or equivalent2+ years experience in the telecommunications industryRequired cable installation certificationsKnowledge of category rated testers, Cat 3, Cat 5, Cat 5e and Cat 6 cable troubleshootingAdvanced knowledge of fiber optic cable requirements, fire stopping and groundingAbility to travel for extended periods of timeAbility to read, analyze and decipher scopes of workAbility to use basic hand tools, punch down, shears and crimp toolsAbility to read floor plansExcellent oral, written communication skillsEffective interpersonal skillsSkill in directing the implementation of telecommunication projectsAbility to lead people and obtain results through othersAbility to prioritize conflicting demandsAbility to train and direct othersAbility to work effectively with co-workers and customersValid driver's license and clean driving recordAbility to reach with hands and armsAbility to climb or balanceAbility to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlAbility to see things at close vision, in color and in focusAbility to work in tight/enclosed areasAbility for repetitive motions of wrist, hand, or fingersAbility to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with heavier weight necessary at timesThe worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions and noise.EEOThis job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee incumbent in this position. An employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other an an "at-will" relationship.