Traveling Structured Cabling Technician - Mission Critical/Data Centers

Description

• Predicts resources needed to reach objectives and effectively and efficiently manage resources.
• Provides oversight of structured cabling projects, implementations, and initiatives.
• Participates in, documents and updates punch lists.
• Schedules/coordinates resources for customer end-user and system administration training.
• 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.
• Responsible for adding or repairing cabling/jacks, and fire-stop various types of cable penetrations.
• Installs server racks and equipment in the MDF and IDF closets. Organizes cabling using D-rings, O-rings, clamps, cable organizers, etc.
• 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.
• Responsible for installation of a variety of technologies including Structured Cabling, Category 6and 6A, Optical Fiber, RG-6, RG-11.
• Participates in all safety activities such as tool box talks, job hazard analysis, job site analysis and SIMS (Site Information Management System) reporting.
• Resolves and escalates, as necessary, project issues impacting the provisioning effort.
• Installs cable pathway systems (cable trays, data racks, patch panels, etc.).
• Partners with project team to document and address open punch-list issues.
• Dresses and routes fiber and Category cable into telecommunication data closets, modular furniture and work areas.
• Schedules/coordinates activities of internal resources such as Engineers, Field Services Technicians.
• Oversees the execution of the cutover and post-cutover test plans.
• Terminates, tests, labels, and documents horizontal, backbone and other cables.
• Installs, terminates, tests, labels, and documents low voltage cabling infrastructure & fiber optic cables.
• Maintains proper care and the appropriate number of tools and equipment necessary to support productions specific to a project.
• Works with installation tools to complete specific assigned tasks on a project.
• Provides on-the-job guidance and willingly shares subject matter expertise in order to support team member learning and development.
• Coordinates, tracks, and inventories materials (hardware, software and licensing), orders and RMAs.
• 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Self-motivated and excellent work ethic and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge to outside plant cabling (OSP), aerial and direct buried
• Vocational/Technical degree in related field (Preferred)
• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
• 2+ years experience in Structured Cabling
• Ability to choose the correct tool and methodology for the given task; for themselves and can help other team members do the same
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Autonomy and Decision-Making: Follows directions and refers all exceptions to supervisor.
• 2+ years commercial construction experience
• Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity
• 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.**
• Must have experience in MDF/IDF Design and termination
• Understands and achieves crew production goals.
• High attention to detail
• Communication skills, verbal and written
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs
• Ability to listen carefully to follow instructions
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings and specifications
• Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling
• Knowledge of fusion splicing fiber and similar optics and together
• Experience in specialized technical courses or equivalent work experience a plus
• Electrician apprenticeship and low voltage experience a plus
• Experience with large-scale cutovers, migrations, or turn-ups in live data center environments (Preferred)
• Knowledgeable in coaxial termination
• Knowledgeable and cognizant of general safety compliance procedures as well as specific safety requirements related to cabling
• Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen
• Ability to apply Lean process and philosophy
• 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.
• Career Path: Aptitude Foreman
• Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work
• Demonstrated teamwork and versatility in integrating into multiple work environments
• May require periods of travel
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, both internally and externally
• Understands and maintains established quality levels associated with duties.
• Demonstrated aptitude for learning from senior team members
• Ability to lift heavy and large objects, climb ladders, and work on tall buildings
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance