Low-Voltage Field Technician

Softrim LLC•Raleigh, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Low-Voltage Field Technician performs installation and repair of structured cabling, access control, surveillance, telephone systems, audio/visual, nurse call, and networking. This position is based in Raleigh, NC and requires 75-100% travel to commercial job sites across the country.

Requirements

75-100% travel to various projects sites state and nationwide as needed
At least 2 years of new relevant low-voltage experience required; commercial/multifamily experience preferred
Substantial experience interpreting plan drawings and details preferred
Able to safely climb a ladder and work on a lift, lift 50lbs, crouch, kneel, stop, crawl, and safely operate powered and non-powered tools alike
Training certificate in a skilled trade preferred or equivalent work experience
10-hour OSHA construction certification preferred
High School diploma or equivalent required
Valid Driver’s license with clean driving record
English language (fluent), Spanish language a plus but not required
Low-Voltage structured cabling (pulling, terminating, testing)
Construction Site Safety (OSHA)
MDF/IDF closet build out
Interpreting plan drawings
Functioning independently with little or no direct supervision
Able to adapt and respond to ever changing work situations and environments
Working in a structured and disciplined manner to complete assignments on schedule
Able to multi-task, use independent judgement, and follow complex instructions
Exceptional organizational and time management skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Commitment to providing responsive customer services, even after hours

Nice To Haves

commercial/multifamily experience preferred
Substantial experience interpreting plan drawings and details preferred
Training certificate in a skilled trade preferred or equivalent work experience
10-hour OSHA construction certification preferred
Spanish language a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Installation and removal of various types of low-voltage cabling, including ethernet and fiber optic cabling
Pull, terminate, neatly label, and test all standard industry cable types in a variety of topologies
Mount, dismount, connect, and disconnect various types of low-voltage systems equipment, including but not limited to audio/visual, access control, cellular DAS, emergency responder BDA, computers (including peripherals), networking (switches and wifi), nurse call and roam alert, surveillance, structured cabling, and telephone systems (as specified per project)
Transport, maintain, store, and safely utilize tools and implements including ladders, lifts, hoists, dollies, sawzalls, and other cutting instruments, punch-down tools, fasteners, drills, etc.
Safely operate company-owned automobiles
Read blueprints and install according to plans
Understand topology concepts such as IDF, MDF, BDR, riser, conduit, line-of-sight, etc.
Maintain an open line of communication regarding project milestones, events, outstanding issues, and customer follow-up
Maintain technical documentation and notify management of any information that requires an update, including assisting with identifying gaps in documentation and collecting missing information
Continuous learning and support of all technologies used in Softrim’s typical client locations
Cooperate with Project Team(s) to prepare for field deployment, including but not limited to attending project handoff meetings and materials delivery/staging
Practice workplace alertness and adhere to OSHA safety guidelines to minimize the risk of workplace injury
Protect the interests and reputation of the company through superior personal conduct on and off the job
Accurately record all time and notes for work performed in accordance with company standards
Attend all required meetings and functions as directed by management
Maximize billable status for work performed
Adhere to budgetary and scheduling guidelines
Other tasks as assigned by supervisor