Telecommunications Cabling Technician

Mts Services • Wilmington, NC

240d • $18 - $35

About The Position

MTS Services has been an industry leader in structured cabling for Information and Communications Technology (ICT) for over 30 years, specializing in healthcare, commercial, education, mission critical and government facilities. We deliver quality workmanship on every project, honor our commitments, and do what is right for our employees and our customers. We are currently looking for experienced Telecommunications Cabling Technicians to add to our staff in the Wilmington, NC area. Telecommunications Cabling Technicians report to the Operations Manager and will work daily with a team led by the assigned Project Foreman. Willingness to learn, dependability and a strong work ethic are critical for success in this role.

Requirements

• BICSI Installer/Technician certification preferred
• Ability to work extended hours (overtime) as needed
• Reliable daily travel to jobsites
• Must be able to work safely following company policy/procedures on safety
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable with our auto insurance carrier during course of employment
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds as necessary
• Ability to climb ladders and stand for extended periods
• Comfortable with, and capable of, working in open construction environments

Responsibilities

• Category rated copper cable installation
• Fiber Optic structured cable distribution system installation
• Pulling cable, fire stopping, dressing cables and labeling to industry standards
• Terminating, assembling and installing 8-pin modular connectors and coaxial connectors and optical fiber connectors
• Accurately testing copper and fiber cables to required certification parameters utilizing appropriate test equipment
• Diagnosing and correcting copper and optical fiber problems
• Reading blue prints to determine closet and equipment layouts
• Installing closet hardware including backboards, connecting blocks, racks, patch panels and fiber enclosures
• Attending training and safety meetings, and working safely at all times utilizing the necessary Personal Protection Equipment

Benefits

• $1000 Sign-on Bonus
• Starting pay between $18-$35, based on experience
• 2 weeks of PTO your first year
• 8 paid holidays
• $30 per month cell phone reimbursement
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) after 90 days of service with up to 4% company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors