Network Technician I

Black Box Careers • Richardson, TX

221d

About The Position

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

Requirements

• Requires appropriate equipment training with high-speed fiber optic transport.
• Ability to clean high speed single and multi-mode optical connections.
• Ability to measure, transmit and receive on high-speed optics.
• Knowledge and experience to work safely with high-speed single mode long range optical lasers.
• Experienced with Fluke Versiv Mainframe.
• Experience in working in data centers and communications closets.
• Must be able to safely lift heavy objects.
• Understanding of cable patching processes and procedures.
• Proven success troubleshooting layer 1 network concerns.
• Willingness to work shift work which includes nights and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• 2-5 years of relevant experience, preferably at least 1 year in a data center environment.
• In-depth knowledge of structured cabling.
• Knowledge of IEEE and BICSI cabling standards.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assisting in troubleshooting network equipment and cabling.
• Patching cabling between network equipment and customer’s network.
• Installing power cables from equipment to power supply in rack/cabinet/closet.
• Installing, troubleshooting and de-installing network equipment.
• Completing all hard and complex Move, Add Change (MAC) requests within the defined service levels.
• Providing infrastructure cabling break-fix services for network infrastructure.
• Performing layer 1 troubleshooting.
• Supporting carrier testing of circuits.
• Assisting with facilities efforts including power and uninterruptable power supply (UPS) restoral, water problems, emergency cooling restoration, and fire suppression exercises.

Benefits

• Hourly position based upon experience & skill level.
• Location: Customer site - Richardson, TX 75082.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees