Structured Cabling Technician

About the role

The Technician 2, Low Voltage installs, terminates, tests, and maintains voice, data, and fiber optic cabling systems for commercial and industrial projects. This role involves reading blueprints, ensuring compliance with safety and code standards, troubleshooting technical issues, and supporting high-quality, on-time installations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect work areas and complete Job Hazard Analysis prior to starting work to ensure a safe jobsite and compliance with company safety standards
• Review and plan daily tasks, scheduling, equipment, tools, and material needs to maintain project efficiency and quality
• Analyze blueprints and prepare for upcoming tasks by anticipating equipment, procedures, and training needs
• Complete post-installation documentation, timesheets, materials reconciliation, and daily logs
• Run new cabling and conduit in new or existing buildings
• Terminate and test fiber optic cabling, new and existing cabling, voice and data jacks, and data cables
• Build and mount rack equipment such as ladder racks and cable trays
• Troubleshoot technical issues and hardware components at various locations to ensure system functionality and performance
• Maintain structured cabling systems and assist in deploying, splicing, and testing fiber optic cable
• Operate necessary vehicles, tools, and equipment as required by job specifications

Qualifications and Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• 5 years experience in structured cabling is strongly preferred
• BICSI Certification preferred
• Experience, Skill And Abilities:
• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity -- both are non-negotiable
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Self-starter with willingness to take on difficult cabling jobs
• Solid attention to detail with good follow-through
• Ability to read and understand floor plans
• Ability to work in team environment with demonstrated positive attitude

Physical Requirements

• Perform work while standing, climbing ladders, crawling, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs., both indoors and outdoors
• Work in environments involving moving machinery, temperature fluctuations, dust, fumes, and confined spaces

Benefits

Metropower is an Equal Opportunity Employer.