Cable Technician
About The Position
Cable Installation: Pull, route, and manage CAT5e, CAT6, CAT6A, and fiber optic cabling through cable trays, racks, and conduits. Termination & Testing: Terminate copper (patch panels, jacks) and fiber (LC, SC) connectors; test and certify links with equipment like Fluke analyzers. Infrastructure Build-out: Install racks, cabinets, cable pathways, and supporting hardware. System Maintenance: Troubleshoot, identify, and repair cabling faults and connectivity issues. Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all safety procedures (OSHA, NFPA), including safe use of ladders and lift equipment. Documentation: Label all cables and ports, and update documentation or as-built drawings
Requirements
- Cable installation
- Low voltage
- Install
- Cable
- Cabling
- Construction
- Termination testing
- Punchdown
- Network infrastructure
- Structured cabling
- Technical Proficiency: Deep knowledge of low-voltage cabling systems and standard practices.
- Blueprint Reading: Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and construction drawings.
- Tools Familiarity: Proficiency with crimpers, punch-down tools, and cable testers.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to lift heavy materials, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces.
Nice To Haves
- Certifications: Often requires or prefers BICSI certifications
Responsibilities
- Cable Installation: Pull, route, and manage CAT5e, CAT6, CAT6A, and fiber optic cabling through cable trays, racks, and conduits.
- Termination & Testing: Terminate copper (patch panels, jacks) and fiber (LC, SC) connectors; test and certify links with equipment like Fluke analyzers.
- Infrastructure Build-out: Install racks, cabinets, cable pathways, and supporting hardware.
- System Maintenance: Troubleshoot, identify, and repair cabling faults and connectivity issues.
- Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all safety procedures (OSHA, NFPA), including safe use of ladders and lift equipment.
- Documentation: Label all cables and ports, and update documentation or as-built drawings
Benefits
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
