Senior Technician - Structured Cabling

Encore Electric Career Site•Cheyenne, WY

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Technician works on customer sites in a variety of environments including new construction, remodels, and operating facilities. This role requires a commitment to safety, upholding Encore Electric's core values, and acting professionally with basic work ethics. The Senior Technician is expected to be punctual, maintain a clean work area, install quality work in a neat and workmanlike manner, and treat tools with respect. The position involves physical work, including climbing ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms, identifying technology components, and performing strenuous tasks such as digging, kneeling, shoveling, lifting, pulling, pushing. Senior Technicians must keep up with changing technology, wear required tools, and be prepared to work in all weather conditions. They are responsible for complying with Encore standards for Safety, Culture and Customer Service.

Requirements

Knowledge of Constructability and the construction process
Knowledge of MS Office Software and other misc. computer programs
Knowledge of Blueprint drawings and how it applies to the project
Knowledge of Reading blueprint drawings
Knowledge of Wiring diagrams
Knowledge of Schematics
Knowledge of Low voltage systems
Knowledge of Basic network principles
Knowledge of Basic technology principles and standards
Skill in Effective Listening
Skill in Speaking intelligently
Skill in Acting as a self-starter
Skill in Spatial orientation
Skill in Visualizing the constructability of an estimate
Skill in Identifying scope gaps in construction documents
Skill in Positive Customer Interactions
Skill in Estimating the necessary resources needed to complete required tasks
Skill in Adapting to new and changing requirements, environments, and/or information
Skill in Assisting and managing people and processes
Skill in Using construction software
Skill in Effective written and oral communication sufficient to be able to elicit and communicate information and achieve understanding
Skill in Using communication software
Skill in Operating a computer
Skill in Organizing work to accomplish tasks
Skill in Reading and writing
Skill in Prioritizing and reprioritizing to meet job needs
Skill in Identifying and managing risk
Skill in Problem solving
Skill in Tracking numbers and bits of data relevant to the work assignment
Ability to Retain and access critical information from memory
Ability to Conceptually estimate and provide input on demand at design meetings
Ability to Conceptualize and visualize the project for constructability means and methods
Ability to Think on your feet
Ability to Understand when to speak and when not to speak
Ability to Be personally detached from ideas (no ego)
Ability to See things from multiple perspectives
Demonstrated knowledge of closet build outs
Strong knowledge of troubleshooting cable plant and associated equipment
A functional physical is required to be completed and passed before work can be performed in all field positions

Responsibilities

Works with a commitment to safety
Upholds the core values of Encore Electric
Acts as a professional and uses basic work ethics
Comes to work on time every day with appropriate attire and tools
Keeps work area clean
Installs quality work in a neat and workmanship like manner
Treats tools with respect
Works and climbs on ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms
Identifies technology parts and components
Performs strenuous physical work i.e., digging, kneeling, shoveling, lifting, pulling, pushing, climbing
Keeps up with changing technology
Wears tools at all required times
Works in all weather conditions
Capable of conducting and or participating in morning huddles, safety talks, trade walks, meetings, etc.
Ability to communicate and work alongside design teams and engineers for successful execution of projects
Work independently or as part of a team, able and willing to take direction and execute those directives effectively and efficiently
Demonstrate a basic understanding of construction administration processes
Thoroughly understand the project schedule, scope of work, bill of materials, jobsite budget, project specifications, and specific jobsite requirements
Performs regular QA/QC checks to ensure product meets specifications and standards
Communicate with Owner, General Contractor, Supervisor and other trades frequently regarding the progress and coordination of the project to ensure the most efficient and satisfactory installation possible
Communicate with the Project Manager any changes or impacts to the project immediately
Along with the Project Manager, develop proactive and trusted relationships with Owner, Client, General Contractor, and other trade partners in relation to installation and installation schedule
Lead all onsite installation, testing and commissioning
Frequently analyze project requirements as needed, may include manpower, materials, safety, equipment, and special project needs
Responsible for protection and preservation of all stored equipment/tools/material
Participate in required jobsite Safety Meeting and Huddles
Understand and follow safety guidelines, if working with others, ensure they are also working in a safe manner
Assist Manager of Safety and Health in performing job hazard analysis
Ensure project closeouts are performed effectively and on time
Participates in training and mentoring of junior staff
Demonstrate consistency in jobsite requirements, leading by example
Demonstrate consistency in Start and Stop Times, Break Times, PPE Requirements, and Other jobsite requirements or rules
Ability to complete specific training, licensing and certifications as needed/directed
Competence to complete job on or before deadline as well as under bid/budget
Read and interpret detailed specifications and drawings, blueprints, schematics, and method of procedures (MOPs)
Install various cable types including low voltage power, fiber, twisted pair, audio, video and DAS and security. Inside and Outside plant
Use a variety of connector types and terminate to industry standards
Terminate indoor and outdoor fiber using the appropriate methods and following industry standards
Test copper and fiber using industry approved testers
Knowledge of setting up testing units and downloading results as required
Installation of various types of pathways related to running horizontal and backbone cables
Troubleshoot cable plant and associated equipment
Complete detailed documents of work performed and provide daily status updates
Other duties may be assigned

Benefits

medical plans
dental plans
vision plans
disability insurance
life insurance
employee-matched 401(k)
paid time off (PTO)
employee assistance program that includes counseling, legal, and financial advice
generous employee referral program
access to technical, safety, personal finance, and leadership training through Encore University, Encore’s in house training program
cell phone allowances
short-term incentive program