Telecommunications Equipment Installer IV

KGP Telecommunications•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Telecommunications Equipment Installer IV – Lead installs and maintains telecommunications equipment for a variety of carriers, including fiber, transport equipment, and critical infrastructure within central offices. The role provides service in customer technical spaces such as data centers, mobile telephone switch centers, central office wire centers, and designated enterprise spaces. The lead may oversee less experienced installers and is responsible for successful installation project completion, quality validation, customer communication, and coordination with Installation, Engineering, and Project Management teams. Overtime and Saturday work may be required based on business needs. The position involves installing, removing, and modifying equipment and supporting infrastructure; routing and terminating power, fiber optic, and copper cables; configuring power distribution; testing and integrating equipment; troubleshooting technical issues; interpreting technical drawings and procedures; and completing operational documentation. The employee must follow applicable safety regulations and company safety programs, participate in job-site hazard analysis, and may need to travel to work locations. The work environment is generally moderately noisy and involves regular physical activity, including standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, and lifting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least six 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 of telecommunications equipment, including products from 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 use of basic power tools.
Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills, including the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw 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 employees.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
Demonstrate personal power and leadership, self-awareness, enthusiasm and determination, industry awareness, strong organization, and commitment to 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 position, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Install, remove, or modify telecommunications equipment and related infrastructure, including cable supports, racks, trays, cabinets, frames, servers, switches, routers, and other network equipment.
Cut, file, drill, and modify infrastructure components using appropriate tools.
Make connections and terminations to BDFBs and fuse panels.
Identify, label, measure, terminate, and route power cables to equipment while following electrical safety standards.
Identify, label, measure, terminate, and route fiber optic and copper cables while maintaining effective cable management and signal quality.
Install power distribution units and ensure redundancy and appropriate load balancing.
Test and document hardware and software performance, efficiency, reliability, and compatibility.
Perform fiber light meter, CAT5/6, and volt-ohm meter testing to verify signal levels, continuity, and termination points.
Perform advanced testing, turn-up, and other integration activities.
Resolve equipment and technical issues.
Read and interpret specifications, drawings, blueprints, schematics, and methods of procedure.
Validate the quality of 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 completion of installation projects.
Serve as a customer contact and communicate project status with customers and local supervisors.
Coordinate with Installation, Engineering, and Project Management personnel.
Follow applicable occupational safety regulations, industry standards, and Circet USA safety programs; participate in job-site safety and hazard analysis.
Perform other duties as requested.