Telecommunications Equipment Installer III

KGP Telecommunications•Memphis, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Telecommunications Equipment Installer III (Lead) is responsible for the installation and maintenance of telecommunication equipment for a variety of carriers. This includes fiber, transport equipment and all critical infrastructures within a central office. This lead role will provide high-quality service in customer technical spaces including data centers, mobile telephone switch centers, central office wire centers, and designated enterprise spaces.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of three years of experience or equivalent technical skills in central office equipment / data center installation.
Clear understanding of AT&T, Telcordia, and/or Verizon Quality Standards.
Knowledge and experience with telecommunications equipment including Dell, HP, Arista, Ciena, Fujitsu, Cisco, Calix, Adtran, Nortel, Nokia, etc.
Background in fiber optic cable and AC/DC power installation and testing practices.
Proficient use of Microsoft programs, IOS and/or Android applications.
Ability to read and understand technical drawings and documentation.
Good mechanical aptitude including usage of basic power tools.
Strong organization as well as verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills; ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Exhibit personal power and leadership.
Exhibit self-awareness.
Exhibit a tendency for continuing education and self-improvement.
Exhibit enthusiasm and determination.
Exhibit industry awareness.
Exhibit exceptional organizational skills.
Exhibit the ability to live the Circet USA Values.
Willing to travel.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and proof of insurance.
Must have reliable transportation and the ability to transport minor job-related tools and equipment to work locations.

Nice To Haves

Technical or college degree preferred.
BICSI certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Physically place, remove, or modify working and non-working equipment including superstructure components in support of cabling systems such as auxiliary bars, threaded rods, cable racking, cable trays, wire basket systems, etc.
Cut, file, drill, and modify infrastructure components using tools such as bandsaw, hammer drill, jigsaw, ratchet/sockets, etc.
Install data equipment cabinets and frames, data servers, switches, routers, repeaters, bridges, gateways, multiplexers, transceivers, firewalls.
Make connections / terminations to BDFBs and fuse panels.
Identify, label, measure, terminate and physically route power cables to servers, switches, and other equipment, adhering to electrical safety standards.
Identify, label, measure, terminate and physically route fiber optic and copper cables for high-speed data transmission, ensuring precise cable management and minimal signal loss.
Set up and install power distribution units (PDUs), ensuring redundancy and proper load balancing to prevent power issues.
Conduct testing and document performance characteristics of hardware and software; determine efficiency, reliability, and compatibility with existing system.
Conduct fiber light meter, CAT5/6 and volt ohm meter testing to ensure proper levels, continuity, and termination points.
Perform test and turn-up along as well as other integration activities.
Resolve equipment and technical issues as they arise.
Read, analyze, and interpret detailed specifications and drawings, blueprints, schematics, and method of procedures (MOPs).
Perform quality validation on in-process and completed work.
Complete operations paperwork (e.g., expense reports, timesheets, job documentation, etc.) including daily job status reports as requested.
May oversee the work of less experienced installers; assume responsibility for the successful completion of installation projects.
Act as a customer contact; interface with customers and local supervisors regarding project status.
Interact with all members of the organization including Installation, Engineering, Project Management.
Perform other duties as requested.
Adhere to, promote, and accept personal responsibility for compliance to Federal and Local Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, Industry Consensus Standards, and Circet USA Injury and Illness Prevention Program Manual.
Participate in job site safety/hazard analysis.