Cabling Technician
Position Overview
The Technician Level 1 (Tech I) is an entry-level role within the Operations department, reporting directly to the Foreman. This position is the starting point on a career path that advances to Technician Level 2, Technician Level 3, and ultimately Foreman.
Role Summary
Qualifications
- 2+ years of commercial structured cabling experience
- Experience pulling and terminating CAT5e/CAT6 cabling
- Basic understanding of cable testing and troubleshooting
Responsibilities
- Pull, route, terminate, and label CAT5e/CAT6 cabling in commercial environments
- Install and terminate fiber optic cabling (a plus)
- Dress and organize cabling in MDF/IDF rooms and communication closets
- Test installed cabling using Fluke or similar testers
- Punch down voice and data jacks and terminate patch panels
- Install racks, cabinets, ladder rack, cable tray, and pathway systems
- Assist with buildouts of telecom rooms and network infrastructure
- Read and interpret blueprints, system layouts, and cable schedules
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe job sites
- Work safely on ladders and lifts (comfortable with heights)
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with fiber optic installation or termination
• Experience working in commercial, industrial, or data center environments
• BICSI certification a plus
• OSHA or lift certifications
• Experience installing cable tray or conduit pathways