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M.C. Dean

Communications Technician 2 - Tobyhanna, PA

M.C. Dean, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania, United States

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Overview A Communications Technician 2 is responsible for the installation and assisting with Planning & Layout of communications cabling and equipment in accordance with all applicable plans, specifications, codes, and industry standards. As a technician you should have the work experience installing basic equipment which involves using hand tools and power tools, a basic understanding of Telecom Systems, blueprints and knowledge of codes and standards. Additionally, each technician must make every effort to become a qualified BICSI Technician. Telecom technicians are full time employees with company benefits.

Responsibilities

Knowledge and Safe Use of hand tools and various power tools

Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Follow Safety Policies and Procedures

Actively participating in Daily Safety and Work briefings

Install various types of Low Voltage Cable

Install, inspect, terminate, test, and troubleshoot ISP/OSP telecommunications systems (Fiber Optics, Category 5, 6, 6A, and associated equipment including:

Various pathways and cable trays

Various Cabinets and Racks

Various Telecommunications Devices

Prefabricated Components and Assemblies

Telecommunications Grounding Systems

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Survey and document existing telecommunications infrastructure such as copper and fiber cables, active and passive components using electronic devices

Sketch rack elevations, floor, and wall elevations

Train and supervise apprentices in a team environment to facilitate installing cable from Telecommunication Rooms (TR) to work area outlets (WAO) while following drawings and run lists to ensure cables are installed methodically and arranged in proper bundles at TR for ease of dressing and termination

Perform Quality Assurance checks of the team\'s work to ensure cable installs meet all applicable requirements

Maintain a clean work area and participate in job site clean up

Securing company tools and materials daily

Travel up to 25% (which may include domestic and/or international)

Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Qualifications / Skills Sets / Expectations

4+ years prior experience in commercial communications industry

Be 18 years of age

High School diploma or GED

Must have an excellent safety record, a valid driver\'s license, and a clean driving record to meet corporate eligibility requirements to drive a company owned vehicle

Successfully pass a background check and drug test

Have reliable transportation to and from the jobsite

Ability to pass basic telecommunication knowledge test

Demonstrated experience and ability to read and understand plans and specifications

Strong communications, time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives

Consistently report to work on time, work well with others to accomplish a common goal and maintain a safe work environment

Wear long pants and a shirt that covers the shoulders by six (6) inches. These are not provided by the Company

Provide basic tools from provided tool list prior to the first day of employment

Physical Abilities

Lifts at least 100 pounds at one time and 60 pounds for an extended period

Relocate up to a twelve-foot stepladder without assistance

Ability to work at various heights, climb and maintain balance on scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, and all types of ladders

Walks, climbs, lifts, squats, crawls, kneels, pushes, pulls, and reaches overhead on a routine and repetitive basis

Possess good vision (may be corrected), the ability to distinguish color, and the ability to hear and communicate in English

May use a standard ladder without exceeding the weight limit while carrying tools

See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)

Listen to and understand information presented through spoken words and sentences

Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense

Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong; this does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem

Combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions

Desired Skills

Active Security Clearance

Valid Passport and willingness to travel overseas

BICSI credentials to include Technician

Manufacture Certifications and/or Fiber Certification

Experience with Microsoft Office applications

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