Structured Cabling Technician - Mission Critical/Data Centers

Overview

Install, terminate, test, and manage structured cabling and fiber systems in data centers.

Key Responsibilities

• structured cabling
• cable testing
• project coordination
• material tracking
• safety compliance
• training scheduling

Tasks

-Schedules/coordinates activities of internal resources such as Engineers, Field Services Technicians. -Responsible for installation of a variety of technologies including Structured Cabling, Category 6and 6A, Optical Fiber, RG-6, RG-11. -Installs, terminates, troubleshoots and documents test results for Category cable cabling and fiber optic lines utilizing industry standardized testers and CAT6 riser and shielded cables on patch panels and RJ-45 modular plugs. -Terminates, tests, labels, and documents horizontal, backbone and other cables. -Installs cable pathway systems (cable trays, data racks, patch panels, etc.). -Installs, terminates, tests, labels, and documents low voltage cabling infrastructure & fiber optic cables. -Installs server racks and equipment in the MDF and IDF closets. Organizes cabling using D-rings, O-rings, clamps, cable organizers, etc. -Resolves and escalates, as necessary, project issues impacting the provisioning effort. -Participates in, documents and updates punch lists. -Responsible for adding or repairing cabling/jacks, and fire-stop various types of cable penetrations. -Routes cabling in many different building types through the existing riser closets. Creates new pathways for cabling to route from MDF to IDF closets and to the rooftop of buildings by coring and using EMT conduit, sleeves, and PVC. -Maintains proper care and the appropriate number of tools and equipment necessary to support productions specific to a project. -Predicts resources needed to reach objectives and effectively and efficiently manage resources. -Installs structured cabling systems including pathways, spaces, horizontal cabling, backbone copper, backbone fiber optic, cross and inter-connections, and testing. This includes understanding applicable codes, standards, and industry-best practices. -Schedules/coordinates resources for customer end-user and system administration training. -Dresses and routes fiber and Category cable into telecommunication data closets, modular furniture and work areas. -Participates in all safety activities such as tool box talks, job hazard analysis, job site analysis and SIMS (Site Information Management System) reporting. -Provides oversight of structured cabling projects, implementations, and initiatives. -Oversees the execution of the cutover and post-cutover test plans. -Coordinates, tracks, and inventories materials (hardware, software and licensing), orders and RMAs. -Works with installation tools to complete specific assigned tasks on a project. -Partners with project team to document and address open punch-list issues. -Provides on-the-job guidance and willingly shares subject matter expertise in order to support team member learning and development.

Requirements

• low voltage
• fiber splicing
• coaxial termination
• structured cabling
• mdf/idf
• 2+ years

What You Bring

-Understands and achieves crew production goals. -Learns and actively participates in all aspects of the company’s safety culture by demonstrating commitment to an injury free environment through individual actions and mentoring others. -Autonomy and Decision-Making: Follows directions and refers all exceptions to supervisor. -Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner -Electrician apprenticeship and low voltage experience a plus -Knowledge of fusion splicing fiber and similar optics and together -Ability to apply Lean process and philosophy -Knowledgeable in coaxial termination -High School Diploma or GED (Required) -2+ years commercial construction experience -Career Path: Aptitude Foreman -May require periods of travel -Communication skills, verbal and written -Understands and maintains established quality levels associated with duties. -Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling -Ability to choose the correct tool and methodology for the given task; for themselves and can help other team members do the same -Vocational/Technical degree in related field (Preferred) -Demonstrated teamwork and versatility in integrating into multiple work environments -Experience working within active hyperscale facilities, following strict safety and security protocols (Preferred) -This position with Aptitude requires candidates to travel 100% for projects; candidates must be open to 100% travel. Project assignment/location may not be reflected in this posting. Candidates will be eligible to receive travel incentives.** -Experience with large-scale cutovers, migrations, or turn-ups in live data center environments (Preferred) -Ability to meet deadlines -Knowledgeable and cognizant of general safety compliance procedures as well as specific safety requirements related to cabling -Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings and specifications -Knowledge to outside plant cabling (OSP), aerial and direct buried -Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, both internally and externally -Ability to listen carefully to follow instructions -Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity -High attention to detail -Experience in specialized technical courses or equivalent work experience a plus -Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work -Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen -Self-motivated and excellent work ethic and ability to work independently and as part of a team -Ability to lift heavy and large objects, climb ladders, and work on tall buildings -2+ years experience in Structured Cabling -Must have experience in MDF/IDF Design and termination -Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds -Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs -Demonstrated aptitude for learning from senior team members

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Security Clearance

-background screening required -drug‑free workplace policy