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 supporting facilities management, site security and project engagement with a commitment and desire to satisfy our customer by completing all work at the highest level, always striving for perfection.
- Installing single and multi-mode optical cabling
- Inspecting and cleaning installed optical cabling
- Installing copper cable to IEEE and BICSI cabling standards
- Testing installed cables using a Fluke Versiv Mainframe
- Decommissioning obsolete networking cabling infrastructure
- Working with elevated and underfloor cabling trays
- Assist in troubleshooting network equipment and cabling
- Patching cabling between network equipment and customer’s network
- Installing power cables from equipment to power supply in rack/cabinet/closet
- Installing, troubleshooting and de-installing network equipment
- Completing all hard and complex Move, Add Change (MAC) requests within the defined service levels
- Providing infrastructure cabling break-fix services for network infrastructure
- Performing layer 1 troubleshooting
- Supporting carrier testing of circuits
- Assisting with facilities efforts, including power and uninterruptable power supply (UPS) restoration, water problems, emergency cooling restoration, and fire suppression exercises
Requirements
- Appropriate equipment training with high-speed fiber optic transport
- Ability to clean high-speed single and multi-mode optical connections
- Ability to measure, transmit and receive on high-speed optics
- Knowledge and experience to work safely with high-speed single mode long range optical lasers
- Experienced with Fluke Versiv Mainframe
- Experience working in data centers and communications closets
- Ability to safely lift heavy objects
- Understanding of cable patching processes and procedures
- Proven success troubleshooting layer 1 network concerns
- Willingness to work shift work, including nights and weekends
Qualifications
2-5 years of relevant experience, preferably at least 1 year in a data center environment, and in-depth knowledge of structured cabling and IEEE and BICSI cabling standards.
Skills
The candidate should have a proven track record in working in a structured cabling environment, installing single and multi-mode optical cabling, and inspecting and cleaning installed optical cabling.
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, including near acuity, midrange, far acuity, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 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.
Benefits
Black Box is a leading technology solutions provider, and our mission is to accelerate our customers’ business by valuing relationships with our team members, clients and stakeholders. We offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development.