Low Voltage Technician 3

About the role

The Technician 3 plays a crucial role in the installation, maintenance, and repair of low voltage systems. They work closely with a team of 4-6 members and are responsible for leading projects, troubleshooting, and providing training to others. The position requires a high level of leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams of 4-6 team members and work hands-on to install, repair, terminate, certify and troubleshoot devices and cabling of low voltage systems.
• Absorb responsibilities of a Site Superintendent when needed.
• Install, repair, terminate, certify, and label cabling for one or more of the following systems: Infrastructure (ITS), Access Control/Security, Cameras (CCTV), Paging systems.
• Install Devices for one or more of the following systems: Access Control/Security Cameras (CCTV), Access Points (Wi-Fi), Paging systems.
• Assist with completing service calls that involve troubleshooting and identifying faults with one or more of the following systems: Copper (Analog systems), Fiber, Audio/Visual (AV) Cameras (CCTV).
• Keep inventory of and maintain materials of assigned site.
• Work independently with minimal instruction or supervision to build out of MDF, IDF, Enclosures, Ladder Tray, Basket, and install 2-4 post racks.
• Install equipment and Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems into Rack or Enclosure when needed.
• Understand and identify differences in Multi-Mode and Single-Mode fiber.
• Terminate data jacks and mod plugs; properly feed cable, fiber and/or wires.
• Use and maintain test equipment, including operating remote end of testing equipment.
• Prints labels in adherence with job specs.
• Cross Connect or Patch-in Copper or Fiber systems as designed.
• Keep detailed records of device and cabling locations.
• Understand and adhere to BICSI, ANSI, TIA standards and NEC codes for Low Voltage Installations.
• Understand firestopping, riser versus plenum environments.
• Work with and around other construction trades in a professional, productive and safe manner.
• Perform skilled work while overcoming common environmental challenges such as working in cramped areas, overhead, at heights, and in a variety of weather conditions.
• Work with others in a cooperative manner; understand and follow direction.
• Think and act quickly in emergency situations and perform under pressure.
• Complete tasks accurately and productively, always seeking guidance for any unclear aspects of the task and immediately seeking a new task when the current task is finished.
• Work to learn job-related material through peers, supervisors, and company training.
• Accountable for tools and materials used on the jobsite and responsible for securing and returning them to the designated area.
• Obtain required Amteck safety certifications, communicate with team members regarding any safety deficiencies, and work safely without presenting a direct threat to self and others.

Requirements

• 4 years of verified experience with low voltage systems and cabling.
• Demonstrates aptitude to plan project workflow with understanding basis of design and task efficiency.
• Demonstrated experience with one or more of the following systems: Infrastructure (ITS), Access Control/Security, Cameras (CCTV), and Paging.
• Demonstrated experience installing devices for one or more of the following systems: Infrastructure (ITS), Access Control/Security, Access Points (Wi-Fi), Cameras (CCTV), and Paging.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting one or more of the following systems: Copper, Fiber, AV, Cameras, and Access Control/Security Systems.
• Has or is able to obtain manufacturer certification in Unicam fiber terminations.
• Has or is able to obtain manufacturer certification in Mini-Com terminations.
• Experience with build out of MDF, IDF, Enclosures, Ladder Tray, Basket, and installing 2-4 post racks.
• Experience with punch down, routing, labeling, and dressing all cabling coming into Rack or Enclosure correctly and accurately.
• Experience with installing Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems and equipment into Rack or Enclosure.
• Understands and can identify differences in Multi-Mode and Single-Mode fiber.
• Able to terminate data jacks and mod plugs; and properly feed cable, fiber and/or wires.
• Able to learn and comprehend fluke testing software, COINS, Box, Microsoft Office and related software programs to perform job responsibilities such as understanding project plans, communicating, and examining job costs.
• Able to maintain clear and detailed records as needed.
• Understands firestopping, riser versus plenum spaces, and specs needed for each.
• Knowledge of BICSI, ANSI, TIA standards and NEC codes for Low Voltage installations.
• Must be able to read a measuring tape to 1/16 of an inch.
• Provides personal hand tools needed to perform routine work within 30 days of employment, as per Amteck’s tool list.
• Desires to grow customer satisfaction skills.
• Able to use hand and power tools, and does so in a safe and cautious manner.
• Able to read blueprints, schematics, drawing details, wire maps and other drawings, including reading and understanding specifications of IDF and data closet enclosures.
• Meets all physical requirements of the position.
• Able to travel to meet customer objectives when needed.
• Possesses Amteck’s Core Values and demonstrates The Amteck Way in daily work activities, behavior and decision making, including maintaining a strong attendance and arriving on time every day ready to begin work at starting time.