Network Technician I

Job Description

Candidate will need to be qualified in installing, testing and certifying structured and patch panel cabling in a data center environment.

Introduction:

Black Box Network Services, the global leader in communication system integration, is looking for a Network Infrastructure Technician with a proven track record in:

Working in a structured cabling environment.

Installing single and multi-mode optical cabling.

Inspecting and cleaning installed optical cabling.

Installing copper cable to IEEE and BICSI cabling standards.

Testing installed cables using a Fluke Versiv Mainframe.

Decommissioning obsolete networking cabling infrastructure.

Working with elevated and underfloor cabling trays.

Assist in troubleshooting network equipment and cabling.

This position will support facilities management, site security and project engagement with a commitment and desire to satisfy our customer by completing all work at the highest level, always striving for perfection. The candidate must be motivated and self-driven for success.

Position Details:

Hourly position based upon experience & skill level

Tuesday - Saturday 12AM - 8AM (schedule subject to change - flexibility may be required)

Location: Customer site - Secaucus, NJ 07094 (TRAVEL MAY BE REQUIRED TO PISCATAWAY, NJ)

Client Addendum will need to be followed. Copy will be provided at the time of candidates offer.

Other Responsibilities Include:

The patching cabling between network equipment and customer's network.

The installation of power cables from equipment to power supply in rack/cabinet/closet.

The installation, troubleshooting and de-installing network equipment.

Install/swap out cables, switches routers and etc.

Complete all hard and complex Move, Add Change (MAC) requests within the defined service levels.

Provide infrastructure cabling break-fix services for network infrastructure.

Perform layer 1 troubleshooting

Support carrier testing of circuits.

Assist with facilities efforts.

Power and uninterruptable power supply (UPS) restoral.

Water problems.

Emergency cooling restoration.

Fire suppression exercises, restoration, and post fire events.

Act as an interface, as needed, between associates at the applicable location and centralized project / operations / MAC management.

Requirements:

Requires appropriate equipment training with high-speed fiber optic transport.

The ability to clean high speed single and multi-mode optical connections.

The ability to measure, transmit and receive on high-speed optics.

The knowledge and experience to work safely with high-speed single mode long range optical lasers.

Experienced with Fluke Versiv Mainframe

Requires experience in working in a data centers and communications closets.

Must be able to safely lift heavy objects.

Must understand cable patching processes and procedures.

Proven success troubleshooting layer 1 network concerns

Must be willing to work shift work which includes nights and weekends.

Experience and Education:

2-5 yrs experience relevant experience, preferably at least 1 year in a data center environment

Must an in-depth knowledge of structured cabling

Knowledge of IEEE and BICSI cabling standards

Physical Requirements:

Heavy Work: May frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 50 pounds and/or occasionally exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 100 pounds.

Vision: Requires the ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye.

Near Acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.

Midrange: Clarity of vision at distances of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet.

Far Acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.

Peripheral: Ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point.

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are.

Ability to adjust focus: Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.

Color Vision: Ability to identify colors.

Speaking/Hearing: Possesses the ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening skills.

Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The incumbent is frequently required to stand; and walk. The incumbent is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend.

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About Us

What's in it for You?


Joining Black Box means you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting, highly visible projects with our customers. You'll get to know large and small organizations across the world and work to deliver best in class IT solutions. You'll be rewarded with a variety of experiences, development opportunities and exposure to some of the world's most admired companies. In addition to these rewarding experiences, you'll have access to our comprehensive Total Rewards Program. Our program continues to evolve to meet the needs of our dynamic workforce by providing a variety of benefits which are applicable and competitive for each country & region.


About Black Box


Black Box is the trusted global solutions integrator and digital technology partner. With nearly 45 years of experience connecting people and devices, we are an organization of top technical professionals dedicated to delivering solutions and services that help organizations design, build, manage, and secure their communications and IT infrastructure and networks. Technologies include 5G/OnGo, connected buildings, digital workplace, multisite deployments, data centers, and IoT.


We also design and manufacture award-winning products for Pro AV, KVM, cabling, and networking known for their advanced functionality, flawless performance, outstanding reliability and fail-safe security. We deliver high-value technology services and products through our values, such as innovation, ownership, transparency, respect and open-mindedness combined with our global presence and 2,500+ team members in 24 countries and growing. Black Box is a wholly-owned subsidiary of AGC Networks.


Black Box is an equal opportunity employer. Black Box does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status, and endorses those policies and practices which seek to recruit, hire, train and promote the most qualified persons into available jobs.