Field Engineer II - Contractor (1099)

Acuative

Bakersfield, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Antenna, Background Investigation, Cisco Network Systems, Computer Hardware, Computer Maintenance, Computer Systems, Desktop PC, Digital Video, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Hand Tools, Hardware Administration, Identify Issues, Industry Standards, Laptop PC, Maintenance Services, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Network Administration/Management, Network Routers, Network Switching, Network System Hardware, Network Topology, On Site Support, PBX (Private Branch eXchange), Peripheral Hardware, Point of Sale (POS) Systems, Receivers, Retail, Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Smartphones, Surveillance, Systems Hardware, Technical Support, Telecommunications, Telephony, VoIP (Voice over IP), WAP (Wireless Application Protocol), Wireless Communications
LOCATION
Bakersfield, CA
POSTED
1 day ago
Networking Field Service Technician (1099) Contract

Acuative, the nation's leading independent provider of telecommunications field services, looks to partner with Contract (1099) Field Service Technicians to provide installation and maintenance services to voice (analog and VOIP), datanetworks, servers, routers/switches, computer systems, retail technology systems, and other network-based hardware. Jobs can have a 4-hour response time and usually complete in 2 to 4 hours on site. The successful candidate will spend the majority of their time covering an area within 50 miles of the Phoenix area.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Installation and maintenance of networking hardware including routers, switches, and WAP's.
  • Installation and maintenance of telephony equipment and circuits.
  • Installation and support of retail technology systems – POS, Digital Signage, and Video Surveillance Systems.
  • Circuit extensions and structured cabling.
  • Site surveys and site audits.
  • Accurate and timely submission of all job-related documents and deliverables.
  • Installation of LEO (Low Earth Orbit) satellite receivers, cables and hardware.
  • Installation of Fixed Wireless Antennas, cables and hardware.
Required Tools
  • Laptop with Windows 10 or newer, with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
  • Mobile hot spot for Internet connectivity
  • Smartphone with camera
  • Antistatic strap
  • Cisco console cable
  • Industry standard hand tools
  • Reliable Vehicle
  • Ladder
  • Basic telecommunications tools (punch down, butt set, tone generator/probe, screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, crimpers, etc.)
  • Test meters
  • Drill
Minimum Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of networking hardware and topologies.
  • Familiarity with networking products and interfacing.
  • Understanding of telephony systems (VOIP, PBX, Key Systems) with an ability to provide hands-on hardware and troubleshooting support.
  • Knowledge of computing systems hardware with the ability to provide break/fix support for desktop PC and/or servers.
  • Physical installations of a wide variety of hardware including routers, switches, WAPs, servers, POS systems, digital signage systems, LEO Satellite (such as Starlink), FWA (Fixed Wireless Access Antennas) and associated peripheral equipment.
  • Ability to provide configuration support for a variety of technology platforms through console and remote applications.
  • Experience with LEC circuit identification and extensions.
  • Familiarity with cabling standards and the ability to pull and terminate cabling in a variety of customer environments (66 blocks, FDP, etc).
  • Ability to operate basic power tools – drills, saws, etc.
  • Work on ladders and lifts where required.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel & Word).
  • Ability to follow detailed job documents.
  • Must possess a valid drivers' license.
  • Must be able to pass a drug test and background check.

About the Company

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Acuative

It was at this point of deregulation and the dawn of the data revolution that founders Vince Sciarra and Rich Ackerman established Telsource. With an innovative approach unique to the expanding communications marketplace, Telsource emerged as a ground-breaking provider of IT service solutions. CEO Vince Sciarra accepts VAR Business Magazine's award recognizing Telsource for excellence in the communications vertical market, 2005.Thirty years later, after countless technical trends, business cycles, and industry twists and turns, Acuative (formerly Telsource Corporation), continues to break into new dimensions, introducing industry-leading service offerings and helping clients meet their voice and data network goals in new ways. Throughout our history, Acuative has displayed a distinctive, perceptive understanding of our clients' needs and visions, goals and aspirations. We recognized from the start that our clients' IT systems and applications were critical to their success.

INDUSTRY
Internet Services
FOUNDED
1984
WEBSITE
https://www.acuative.com/