Communications Cabling Technician

Responsible for implementation, coordination, installation, and / or oversight of a wide variety of activities for complex network cable wiring systems for voice, data and video. Position may require added duties, functions or projects on a needed basis or at the discretion of management. Duties include, but are not limited to, the items listed below.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Use of construction drawings, schematic diagrams, BICSI specifications, EIA / TIA codes and system-defined standards to move or install new communications infrastructure.

Measure, cut, assemble and install conduit, pathways, install related structured cable components and necessary terminations.

Use specialized testing devices and system-defined standards to test compliance requirements and document results.

Ensure standard quality levels are met with respect to fire stoppage, construction regulations, EIA / TIA codes and BICSI structured cabling standards.

Lift, carry and move cable and equipment as required.

Work with unshielded twisted pair, single and multi-mode fiber optic, coaxial cable and all other types of limited energy cable.

Use diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot problems, or repair cable (cable tester, fiber-optic light source and power meter, laptop computers, continuity testers).

Install, maintain, and troubleshoot intra-building fiber-optic cables. Terminate all fiber-optic connectors, manufacture and provide fiber patch cords. Maintain and troubleshoot outside plant inter-building fiber-optic cables, or equivalent and oversee contractors.

Troubleshoot complaints and / or end user related concerns.

Certify data wiring and monitor, inspect, and conduct all tests required, ensuring all system component connections are operating properly.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Considerable knowledge of cabling infrastructure and electronic components required for networking.

Considerable knowledge of NFPA regulations, EIT / TIA codes, BICSI standards, etc.

Ability to install structure cabling components that meet the needs of the system.

Ability to read construction drawings, schematic diagrams, and system-defined infrastructure standards.

Ability to maintain complete and accurate records.

Requirements to Perform Essential Job Functions :

Physical Requirements :

Occasionally, the employee will need to lift objects up to 75 lbs. and be able to exert up to 100 lbs. of force.

Must be able to operate a variety of equipment and tools including diagnostic and testing equipment, hand tools, and power tools.

Must have minimal levels of eye / hand / foot coordination.

Must be able to go through and work in very confined spaces.

Must be able to work outdoors in hot and very cold conditions, including indoors (such as commercial / industrial freezer with subzero temperatures).

Must be able to climb and work on tall ladders – up to 30 ft.

Must be able to work on miscellaneous types of lifts, etc. - up to 250 ft.

Must be able to work standing / walking prolonged periods in excess of 8 hours.

Other :

Requires the ability to read variety of correspondences, manuals, instructions, journals, etc.

Requires the ability to utilize basic mathematics (add, subtract, multiply, divide, utilize decimals and percentages, English-to-metric conversions).

Ability to effectively interface and collaborate with customers.

Ability to present themselves and their work in a professional manner to management and to customers.

Prepare and complete forms, reports, documentation, etc., and be able to apply basic rules of grammar, punctuation, dictation, and style.

Requires the ability to communicate and direct people to convey or exchange information; includes receiving instructions assignments or directions from superiors.

Fields of vision required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Must be able to differentiate between specific colors and shades of colors on cable wires, etc.

Should have basic hand tools for installation of data cabling systems and have fiber optic hand-tools.

Education and Computer Experience :

High school diploma or GED supplemented by either an Associate’s Degree in related field, or vocation training in applicable field or 1 to 2 years of experience which includes required skills, knowledge and abilities.

Travel Requirements :

Be financially self-sufficient to support yourself for discretionary spending as well as incidental (reimbursable) business expenses.

Possess a credit card and a U.S. bank account (WGC transfers pay and expenses electronically into its employees’ accounts).

Be able to pass background check through local Port Authorities.

Possess or obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC). (Note : Employees are not reimbursed for TWIC fees).

Be able to obtain applicable Port badge.

Attend commercial safety training

U.S. Citizen, Possess A :

U.S. Passport

Certified Birth Certificate

Valid Social Security Card

Valid Driver License (Florida or other state)

Resident Alien, Non-U.S. Citizen, Posses A :

Valid Passport of your country of origin

Valid Permanent Resident Card or other ID indicating legal status to work in the United Sates

Valid Social Security card

Valid Driver License (Florida or other state)

International :

Possess an active Passport

Acquire Permanent Resident Card (“Green Card”) for working purposes

Recommended for all Technicians :

Utilize a laptop and must be computer literate.

Must be able to work with electronic documents, and proficient in Excel and Word.

Possess a cell phone to main communication when traveling.

Obtain basic hand tools for installation of data cabling systems; fiber optic hand tools is preferred.

Must be able to read, write and speak English.