Low Voltage Technician

Tri-City Electrical Contractors, Inc.•Altamonte Springs, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Low Voltage Technician, identified in the job summary as a Network Technician, installs and supports low-voltage premise distribution systems according to applicable codes and BICSI standards. The role provides technical knowledge and site coordination to help complete projects successfully, including installation, maintenance, repair, testing, and troubleshooting of voice, data, fiber-optic, and CATV systems. The technician surveys sites, reviews plans and specifications, helps plan materials, staffing, tools, schedules, and project charts, and coordinates installation with the Project Superintendent or equivalent. Work includes building equipment closets; installing grounding infrastructure, cable-support systems, outlets, and cable; firestopping; preparing and terminating cables; assembling connectors; splicing copper and fiber; testing and troubleshooting systems; and performing retrofits and cutovers. The role also documents test results and as-builts, completes daily reports, orders and inventories materials, monitors tools and equipment, supports safe and code-compliant workmanship, provides technical assistance, maintains client relationships, and ensures work areas are restored and clean. Although the position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, it serves as a coach and mentor to other department positions.

Requirements

At least two years of experience with data communications or structured cabling, including one year as a Network Installer Level I.
Strong working knowledge of BICSI EIA/TIA installation standards and the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Ability to troubleshoot premise distribution systems, lay out a project, and read and interpret blueprints.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Valid Florida driver's license in good standing and ability to meet the company's driving requirements.
High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of basic mathematical operations and calculations for estimating labor, materials, and/or project and work-order costs.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English at a 12th-grade level.
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions and meet applicable productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.
Ability to wear company-approved personal protective equipment as required.
Ability to perform physical duties for extended periods, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing.
Ability to frequently lift and move items over 50 pounds; the work also requires manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina.
Ability to handle and manage confidential information.
Ability to cope with job pressures in a constantly changing environment.
Strong interpersonal and intrapersonal skills, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; self-motivated, detail-oriented, and professional demeanor.
Supports the company's mission and core values and demonstrates honesty and integrity.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual.
BICSI certification.
OSHA 10 certification.

Responsibilities

Perform site surveys using construction plans and specifications and conduct visual inspections.
Determine material and delivery schedules; develop manpower, tool, and equipment lists; calculate completion dates; and create GANTT/PERT project charts.
Supervise installation, termination, labeling, testing, and troubleshooting of voice, data, fiber-optic, and CATV premise distribution systems.
Build equipment closets by determining layouts and installing backboards, cross-connects, racks, patch panels, and optical-fiber panels and hardware.
Install grounding infrastructure, including grounding backbones and busbars, and perform grounding tests in accordance with applicable codes.
Install cable-support systems such as cable trays, ladder racks, J-hooks, and bridle/D-rings.
Install work-area outlets and pull backbone and horizontal cable, including UTP, ScTP, STP-A, and fiber-optic cable.
Perform firestopping, including firewall coring, sleeve installation, and fire-stopping.
Prepare cables by organizing, forming, dressing, determining length and slack, and labeling.
Terminate IDC, UTP, STP-A, cross-connect blocks, and patch panels.
Assemble and install modular, coaxial, and optical-fiber connectors and demonstrate connector color codes.
Perform copper cable and optical-fiber splicing, including mechanical and fusion splicing.
Test copper and fiber-optic systems using appropriate test equipment, including certification testing and OTDR.
Troubleshoot and correct copper cable and optical-fiber problems.
Perform retrofits by removing abandoned cables, identifying active circuits, and implementing cutovers.
Work safely and comply with operating and safety standards, applicable codes, and BICSI EIA/TIA workmanship standards.
Document test results and as-builts, complete daily reports, and order and inventory materials.
Attend training and safety meetings, keep current with standards and code trends, and maintain familiarity with plans, specifications, and contract scope.
Monitor and manage tools, equipment, and materials in the service vehicle or on the project.
Ensure service and repairs are performed promptly and completed work receives client acceptance and approval.
Establish good relationships with clients and provide technical assistance, including interpretation of drawings and recommendations on construction methods and equipment.
Restore work areas to normal, clean conditions when service work is complete.
Request materials and manpower as needed and assist the superintendent with coordinating manpower.
Coordinate premise distribution system installation with the Project Superintendent or equivalent.
Coach and mentor other department positions.
Report to job sites throughout Florida as required; locations vary based on the employee's home location.
Work overtime, nights, or weekends when requested.