Telecommunications System Technician (Data)

Company: Prime Secured
Location: Providence
Posted on: March 15, 2023

Job Description:

Description: Are you searching for a culture that focuses on growth and development of people? A company that prides itself in the integration and utilization of foundational core values at every level?
If you answered yes, look no further then Prime Connected!

Prime Connected is a national provider of infrastructure solutions. We offer an unique lifecycle approach to engagements that ensures you always have access to the right combination of engineering, consultation, and innovation. At Prime Connected, we believe the work you do should be as empowering as the infrastructure solutions we design, engineer, implement and support.
We have worked to create the corporate culture that makes you glad you came to Prime, including a team atmosphere that encourages innovation and collaboration, opportunities for autonomy and critical thinking, ongoing personal growth and professional development, and a chance to work with some of the best clients in the world.

Summary
The Telecommunications System Technician (Data) position is specific to Providence and a 50-mile radius. Local work will be expected for the first year with the ability to travel nationally 90-95% of the time afterwards. Rhode Island requires all technicians to have a Rhode Island Telecommunications System Technician (Data) License.

Requirements: Major Roles and Responsibilities
Must have Rhode Island Telecommunications System Technician (Data) License
Install cable pathway systems (cable trays, cable racks, J-hooks, or D-rings).
Install, terminate, label, and document horizontal, backbone and other cables
Dress and route cable into telecommunications closets, modular furniture, and other work areas
Build out telecommunication and equipment rooms
Fire-stop various types of cable penetrations
Test, troubleshoot, and document test results for cabling
Understands, adheres to, and promotes the Environmental, Health & Safety policies
Perform/prepare timely field reporting of asset usage as required
Perform other duties as needs arise
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
Maintain a satisfactory compliance with customer
Fiber optic experience is a plus
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Must have Rhode Island Telecommunications System Technician (Data) License
Ability to understand and effectively explain every aspect of the structured cabling system 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 and the ability to differentiate between them and make recommendations.
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 listen carefully to follow instructions
Ability to install, terminate and test low voltage cables (to include twisted pair cable, coax, power limited tray cable, standard & solid conductor low voltage cable)
Demonstrated aptitude for learning from senior team members
Exhibit a positive attitude
High attention to detail
Ability to meet deadlines
Willingness to work, days, night, and weekends as project requires
Self-motivated and excellent work ethic
Demonstrated teamwork and versatility in integrating into multiple work environments
Comfortable working with multiple project platforms (I.e Excel, Smartsheet)
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Must have Rhode Island Telecommunications System Technician (Data) License
Must have a valid driver's license
High School Diploma or GED
Industry certifications are highly desirable
In-house Certified Training Required (company provided)
1-3 years' work experience in Structured Cabling preferred
Read, write, and understand English
Able to lift, carry up to 75lbs
Able to distinguish colors
COVID-19 vaccination(s)
Local work for the first year with the ability to travel nationally 90-95% of the time afterwards.
Additional Notes
Must have Rhode Island Telecommunications System Technician (Data) License
The Covid-19 vaccine will be a requirement for this position as we do service many active medical facilities.
Probationary period of 90 days
Individual must be able to read and understand instructions in English as well as possess good verbal & written communication skills.
Individual must be able to pass a drug screening as well as meet background requirements. Individual must be available to work variable hours.

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