Network Technician I

About the Role

Candidate will need to be qualified in installing, testing and certifying structured and patch panel cabling in a data center environment. Black Box Network Services, the global leader in communication system integration, is looking for a Network Infrastructure Technician with a proven track record in working in a structured cabling environment.

Responsibilities

The candidate will be responsible for installing, testing and certifying structured and patch panel cabling in a data center environment. Other responsibilities include:

• Patching cabling between network equipment and customer’s network
• Installation of power cables from equipment to power supply in rack/cabinet/closet
• Installation, troubleshooting and de-installing network equipment
• Install/swap out cables, switches routers and etc.
• Complete all hard and complex Move, Add Change (MAC) requests within the defined service levels
• Provide infrastructure cabling break-fix services for network infrastructure
• Perform layer 1 troubleshooting
• Support carrier testing of circuits
• Assist with facilities efforts
• Power and uninterruptable power supply (UPS) restoral
• Water problems
• Emergency cooling restoration
• Fire suppression exercises, restoration, and post fire events
• Act as an interface, as needed, between associates at the applicable location and centralized project / operations / MAC management

Requirements

Requires appropriate equipment training with high-speed fiber optic transport. The ability to clean high speed single and multi-mode optical connections. The ability to measure, transmit and receive on high-speed optics. The knowledge and experience to work safely with high-speed single mode long range optical lasers.

• Experienced with Fluke Versiv Mainframe
• Requires experience in working in a data centers and communications closets
• Must be able to safely lift heavy objects
• Must understand cable patching processes and procedures
• Proven success troubleshooting layer 1 network concerns
• Must be willing to work shift work which includes nights and weekends

Qualifications

2-5 yrs experience relevant experience, preferably at least 1 year in a data center environment. Must have an in-depth knowledge of structured cabling. Knowledge of IEEE and BICSI cabling standards.

Physical Requirements

Heavy Work: May frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 50 pounds and/or occasionally exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 100 pounds. Vision: Requires the ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye. Near Acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. Midrange: Clarity of vision at distances of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet. Far Acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. Peripheral: Ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point. Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are. Ability to adjust focus: Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus. Color Vision: Ability to identify colors. Speaking/Hearing: Possesses the ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening skills. Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The incumbent is frequently required to stand; and walk. The incumbent is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend.

Schedule

Hourly position based upon experience & skill level. Monday - Saturday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM. Location: Customer site - Dallas, TX