Vi-Tel Inc is currently taking applications for foreman technicians that can travel extensively.
Experience:
Distribution center/warehouse environment experience is HUGE plus
Experience as a Low Voltage Cable Technician.
Data Cable Technician with CAT6 cabling, fiber optic, 24v and 70v paging systems experience.
Knowledge and experience with CCTV, Security Systems, and Alarm Systems is a plus.
Industry-specific certifications are a huge plus (BICSI, NEC, TIA/EIA). Please list certifications if any.
Available for extensive travel, road warrior.
The duration of each project could last 1-6 months, once completed travel to the next job site location.
A typical work week will average 50-60 hours a week depending on job site requirements and deadlines.
Experience reading blueprints and site maps.
Experience in conduit installation is a plus.
Knowledgeable in multiple termination types for multi-mode and single-mode fibers.
Knowledgeable in closeouts and MDFs.
Ability to work in cramped spaces.
Ability to operate a BOOM or scissor lift, and ability to work at heights 40 plus feet.
Must have basic telecommunication tools, PPE, and reliable transportation.
Knowledge of cabling infrastructure.
Proficient with the use of smartphones, personal computers, including email, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office programs.
Excellent customer relationship and communication skills with Project Managers; verbal and written.
Comfortable working unsupervised and with teams of 4 to 20 other technicians.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; no DUI or DWI in the last three years.
Responsibilities:
Installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various cabling infrastructure.
Run low voltage cabling in commercial buildings up to 2,000,000 sq ft, including drilling concrete walls and limited conduit work.
Ensuring all cables are neatly tied and bundled according to safety regulations.
Install cable support structures such as j-hooks, cable racks, and innerduct.
Repair cable poles and towers.
Conduct tests to ensure all newly installed cable systems and component devices are operational.
Troubleshoot issues with cable networks to ensure the proper functioning and to ensure the system meets local, county, state, or federal codes; legal and/or insurance requirements.
Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by Wachter, our customers, or OSHA.
Provide regular updates to Project Management on project status and current objectives.
Lead small crews of 2-8 technicians by providing daily instruction and training, as needed.