Installs, tests and troubleshoots new and existing data and telephone circuits to include category cabling (cat 5 and cat 6) fiber optic cabling and outside plant cabling for wireless access points, cameras, end user equipment, servers, and other network related equipment.
Will use specialized testing equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose network, fiber optic and telephone troubles
Evaluate, diagnose, troubleshoot and repair as necessary wireless access points, cameras and other network related equipment.
Will work with and monitor the work of outside telecommunication contractors
Prepares documentation in a variety of electronic and written formats (daily paperwork log, time and material sheets, and circuit activation sheets).
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Required Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience: 5 years of structured cabling experience.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status.
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Compensation and Benefits
Application Instructions
To express interest, please submit an application with the noted below attachments.