Data Center - Level II Ribbon Splicer (Travel)

ADB Companies, LLC•Abilene, TX

25d

About The Position

ADB Companies is seeking a Level II Technician to provide mid-level support on data center projects within its Technology group. The role assists with installing servers and networking equipment and supports Data Center, ISP, and OSP projects at customer facilities nationwide. The technician determines equipment needs, cable routes and directions, and safety practices, and performs installation, splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance work in live customer facilities. The role calls for intermediate technical experience, dependability, customer and quality focus, a strong commitment to safety, a strong work ethic, and an all-in attitude. The position is classified as non-exempt. Nationwide travel is required. The starting pay is $29; it may vary based on the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Candidates must complete a selection assessment and pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver license.
Ability to obtain OSHA 10 certification upon hire.
Ability to obtain man-lift and CPR certifications upon hire.
Ability to travel nationwide 100% of the time.
Strong commitment to safety and alignment with the company’s mission, vision, and values.
Strong customer focus, work ethic, and team orientation, including the ability to adapt to diverse team members.
Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong time management, accountability, prioritization, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work toward department goals.
Leadership skills and ability to lead and motivate a team toward project goals.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work in varied physical positions, including sitting, squatting, standing, walking, and climbing.
Ability to wear required protective equipment onsite, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, and steel-toed boots.

Nice To Haves

1–3+ years of cable installation and/or splicing experience.
OSHA 10 certification (required ability to obtain upon hire).
Man-lift and CPR certifications (required ability to obtain upon hire).
Ability to obtain a DOT medical card.

Responsibilities

Support Data Center, ISP, and OSP projects at customer facilities nationwide, determining equipment needs, cable routes and directions, safety practices, and performing splicing in live customer facilities.
Inventory and install IT hardware such as backboards, connecting blocks, racks, patch panels, and fiber enclosures.
Maintain suitable inventory of equipment and consumable stock to complete projects on time.
Use hand tools, including diagonal cutters, razor blades, and ribbon splitters, to complete splices.
Read and interpret construction prints, splice matrices, cable pathway matrices, and drawings to meet customer requirements.
Perform mid-level OTDR and power meter testing, interpret results against fiber specifications, and prepare customer test data and deliverables.
Maintain splicing and testing equipment and report issues requiring manufacturer repair or calibration.
Install fiber and copper cable, including single and ribbon splices, aerial and underground cable, ISP cable routing, terminations, assembly, and dressing.
Apply cable color codes and large-cable-count numbering; create labels for installed equipment and cables.
Add and remove non-powered cables and equipment within project scope; install cable pathways such as J-hooks, support rings, cable slings, cable trays, and ladder racks; and ground and bond IT equipment.
Perform basic cable relocations and hot cuts while maintaining cable organization.
Install splicing enclosures or research their installation procedures.
Read and process test results and troubleshoot basic issues using test-equipment software.
Meet production expectations and maintain company and customer property cleanliness and quality standards.
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and respond promptly to critical situations or emergency outages with customer-focused solutions.
Assess safety risks and hazards and comply with ADB and customer safety requirements and standards.
Perform other position duties when requested.