Job Summary
A Data Center Cabling Lead Technician/Foreman will take responsibility for the installation of connectivity solutions. A Lead Tech can be assigned to a single project or multiple projects, depending on size and complexity. The Lead Tech must motivate work crews, develop intimate customer relationships, and ensure a timely, high-quality installation that meets specific customer requirements.
No C2C or third parties
Lead cable tech/Foreman Responsibilities
- Follow safe work practices adhering to AFL and client work site policies. Safety is AFL's number one Core Value
- Promotes company Core Values
- Installation of low-voltage cabling systems including all aspects of the installation process:
- Ability to understand complex wiring diagrams and installation instructions
- Ability to terminate common types of fiber optic fittings (SC, ST, LC, etc.) efficiently and to industry, manufacturer, and AFL standards
- Ability to efficiently terminate copper cabling to industry, manufacturer, and AFL standards
- Ability to testing requirements for the different categories of copper media (Category 5e, Category 6 etc.).
- Reads and interprets all floor plans, drawings, specifications, and cut sheets
- Properly sets up a variety of testers
- Performs system testing and troubleshooting as required
- Terminate, label, test and troubleshoot low voltage cabling installations
- Lead teams of 3-5 Technicians and Installers to complete project tasks
- Train technicians and installers to complete all the tasks and responsibilities of their positions
- Assist in developing technicians to complete all the tasks and responsibilities of a Lead Technician
- Oversee and lead job site organization and basic housekeeping maintenance
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
- Maintain satisfactory compliance with customer security requirements
- Excel in technical tasks such as testing and troubleshooting
- Ability to complete mission critical buildouts, rack construction (In-Row and Out-of-Row), ladder rack installation, wire management, grounding, etc.
- Ability to configure and set-up test equipment to perform all required tests on each category of copper media using a variety of manufacturer test equipment
- Ability to configure, operate and analyze test data from Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDR)
- Ability to maintain a calm and collected demeanor in difficult and stressful situations
- Ability to motivate work crews
- Perform a project walk-through at or before the start of the installation with the Project Manager. Identify and resolve any areas of concern or uncertainty.
- May act as a single point of contact to the customer during the installation for any installation related issue or concern (i.e., change orders)
- Assign crew leader(s) as needed to properly manage assigned projects
- Inform Project Manager on a weekly basis on project progress, problems, milestones, and any other pertinent aspects of the installation
- Ensure that the installation conforms to industry standards, applicable codes, and the project Scope of Work
- Manage sub-contractors as necessary to ensure conformance to timelines, AFL work policies and performance standards
- Download and archive test results
- Maintain a neat and orderly worksite
- Understands, adheres to, and promotes the Environmental, Health & Safety policies of AFL Telecom
- Attend classes and training sessions, as requested by AFL management, to obtain and maintain vendor certifications
- Other duties as assigned by Manager
- Full working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Personal Qualities
- Analytical Thinking - Exceptional ability to analyze data and utilize it to make sound decision
- Conflict Management and Resolution Skills - Build consensus, anticipate, and solve problems
- Results focused - Ability to organize and manage multiple, and at time competing priorities
- Communication Skills - Read, write, and understand the English language. Demonstrate communication skills, both verbal and nonverbal, to help facilitate the sharing of information between people within the company and our clients.
- Relationship building skills - ability to work within a dynamic team setting and provide role model leadership to AFL workforce
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years' data cabling experience
- BICSI Certificates - Install I or Installer II (preferred)
- Must have the ability to install, terminate & test low voltage cables & fiber optical cables. Strong understanding of low voltage infrastructure and related services
- Ability to understand complex wiring diagrams and installation instructions.
- Ability to pass pre-employment screening
- Valid Driver's License
- Finger & wrist dexterity & hand/eye coordination
- Ability to work from heights such as man lifts, scissor lifts & roof tops utilizing proper fall protection
- Ability to use small hand tools
- Ability to use power tools
- Climbing of stairs and ladders
- Ability to walk, stand, bend, lift up to 50 lbs., and drive a vehicle
Working Conditions
- ISP/OSP environments
- Ability to accept periodic assignments that involve travel away from immediate district office area based on client needs, business needs and project scope
- Exposure to noisy conditions
- Ability to work nights and weekends on a rotational basis.
- Must be able to work in the United States