Low Voltage Technician 3 - Louisville

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, with guidance from a Tech Superintendent when needed
• Absorb site Superintendent responsibilities as needed
• Demonstrate above average leadership, communication, and decision-making skills with a desire to continue growing those skills
• Determine pathways and perform most installations without instruction or supervision
• Install, repair, terminate, certify, and label cabling for one or more of the following systems: Infrastructure (ITS), Access Control/Security, Cameras (CCTV), and Paging systems
• Install Devices for one or more of the following systems: Access Control/Security, Cameras (CCTV), Access Points (Wi-Fi), and Paging systems
• Absorb responsibilities for 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
• May be expected to work with manager to plan/communicate task schedule and goals to team members
• Work independently with minimal instruction or supervision to build out of MDF, IDF, Enclosures, Ladder Tray, Basket, and install 2-4 post racks
• Terminate data jacks and mod plugs
• Understand and identify differences in Multi-Mode and Single-Mode fiber
• Use certifiers and interpret copper and fiber test results
• Actively participate in leadership training when given the opportunity
• Identify any delays or obstacles of assigned task or service and communicate with immediate supervisor
• Understand and adhere to BICSI, ANSI, TIA standards and NEC codes for Low Voltage Installations
• Install equipment and Uninterruptible Power Supply(UPS) systems into Rack or Enclosure when needed
• Understand and correctly and safety feed cable, wire and/or wires during installation
• Use and maintain test equipment, including operating remote end of testing equipment
• Responsible for safely using, maintaining, and interpreting results for all test equipment under their direction; uploads test results to the proper location
• Prints labels in adherence with job specs
• Cross Connect or Patch-in Copper or Fiber systems as designed
• Keeps detailed records of device and cabling locations
• Understands firestopping, riser versus plenum environments
• Works 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
• Works cooperatively with others; understands and follows 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
• Demonstrated 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 use, operate and maintain test equipment, and interpret copper and fiber test results
• 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
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of customer relationships and the concept of customer satisfaction, with an aptitude for growing that skill
• 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
• 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.