Telecommunications Equipment Installer III

Circet USA•Chesapeake, VA

2d•$24 - $36

About The Position

The Telecommunications Equipment Installer III (Lead) installs and maintains telecommunications equipment for a variety of carriers, including fiber, transport equipment, and critical infrastructure in central offices. The role provides high-quality service in customer technical spaces such as data centers, mobile telephone switch centers, central office wire centers, and designated enterprise spaces. The lead installer may oversee less experienced installers and is responsible for successful completion of installation projects. The position also serves as a customer contact and coordinates with local supervisors and internal Installation, Engineering, and Project Management teams. The work includes installing and modifying equipment and cabling infrastructure; routing and terminating power, fiber, and copper cabling; installing power distribution units; testing and integrating systems; resolving technical issues; interpreting technical documentation; validating work quality; and completing operational paperwork. The employee must follow applicable safety regulations, industry standards, and Circet USA safety procedures, including participation in job-site safety and hazard analysis. The role requires travel, a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, proof of insurance, and reliable transportation capable of carrying minor job-related tools and equipment. Work is typically in a moderately noisy environment. The stated U.S. pay range is $24–$36, depending on geography, skills, and experience; a performance incentive opportunity may also be available based on company and individual goals and performance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least three years of experience or equivalent technical skills in central office equipment or data center installation.
Clear understanding of AT&T, Telcordia, and/or Verizon quality standards.
Knowledge and experience with telecommunications equipment, including equipment from vendors such as Dell, HP, Arista, Ciena, Fujitsu, Cisco, Calix, Adtran, Nortel, and Nokia.
Background in fiber-optic cable and AC/DC power installation and testing practices.
Proficiency with Microsoft programs and iOS and/or Android applications.
Ability to read and understand technical drawings and documentation.
Mechanical aptitude, including ability to use basic power tools.
Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills, including defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively before organization employees.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic with all units of measure and use common-sense reasoning to follow written, oral, or diagrammatic instructions.
Ability to exhibit personal leadership, self-awareness, enthusiasm, determination, industry awareness, organizational skills, and commitment to continuing education and Circet USA values.
Willingness to travel.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and proof of insurance.
Reliable transportation and ability to transport minor job-related tools and equipment to work locations.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including regularly lifting 5–50 pounds and occasionally lifting over 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Technical or college degree.
BICSI certification.

Responsibilities

Install, remove, or modify working and non-working telecommunications equipment and infrastructure.
Install cabling support structures, including auxiliary bars, threaded rods, cable racking, cable trays, and wire basket systems.
Cut, file, drill, and modify infrastructure components using tools such as bandsaws, hammer drills, jigsaws, and ratchets or sockets.
Install data equipment cabinets and frames, servers, switches, routers, repeaters, bridges, gateways, multiplexers, transceivers, and firewalls.
Make connections and terminations to BDFBs and fuse panels.
Identify, label, measure, terminate, and route power cables to servers, switches, and other equipment in accordance with electrical safety standards.
Identify, label, measure, terminate, and route fiber-optic and copper cables while maintaining cable management and minimizing signal loss.
Install power distribution units and ensure redundancy and appropriate load balancing.
Test and document hardware and software performance, including efficiency, reliability, and compatibility with existing systems.
Use fiber light meters, CAT5/6 testing equipment, and volt-ohm meters to verify levels, continuity, and termination points.
Perform testing, turn-up, and other integration activities.
Resolve equipment and technical issues.
Read and interpret specifications, drawings, blueprints, schematics, and methods of procedure.
Perform quality validation on work in progress and completed work.
Complete operational paperwork, including expense reports, timesheets, job documentation, and requested daily job status reports.
May oversee less experienced installers and take responsibility for successful installation project completion.
Serve as a customer contact and communicate project status with customers and local supervisors.
Interact with Installation, Engineering, and Project Management teams.
Follow and promote compliance with occupational safety regulations, industry consensus standards, and Circet USA's Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual.
Participate in job-site safety and hazard analysis.
Perform other duties as requested.