Rightech is working with a national integrator with a strong presence in the Washington DC metro area. We are looking for three lead technicians with experience managing and leading teams of three to five technicians. These are contract-to-hire positions. Conversions typically occur after 6 month of proven experience.
The Lead Technician will the primary point for structured cabling installation, testing and maintenance for data networks, security, fire alarms, and audio-visual equipment.
Primary Role:- Reading and interpreting engineering blueprints and vendor specifications for fiber optic and electronic equipment
- Updating engineering documents and uploading test data into database
- Pulling, Testing and Termination of cables including fiber, coax, CAT 3, CAT5 and CAT6 cable
- Build closets, mount and install backboards, cross connects, racks, patch panels, fiber optic and hardware
- Install grounding for racks, equipment and cable as required
- Troubleshoot opens, crosses, shorts and transpose pairs on cable
- Splicing and terminating fiber optic cables using single and mass fusion splicing equipment, category 5e copper cables and coaxial cables
- Using power meters and exfo test meters for fiber optic acceptance testing
- Using OTDR for fault location, maintenance, and repair in fiber optic network
- Installing various electrical components based on job specifications
- Responsible to coordinate with other trades for project accomplishment
- Responsible for implementing OSHA safety standards
Physical Requirements- This role requires physical dexterity for working in various environments including construction sites.
- Individual must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time of 4-8 hours.
- Must be able to walk, bend, kneel, as needed.
- Individual may be required to climb multiple flight of stairs.
- Climb and work from a ladder up to 12 feet high and occasionally scaffolding as necessary
- Lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must have finger, wrist, and arm dexterity.
- Responsible for reading and understanding assigned project documentation, and determine if additional information is required
Travel:
Some travel to different job locations will be required.
Additional Skills and Abilities:- The ability to work and interface with the General Contractors
- Must be responsible, self-motivated, self-starter, personable and well-organized
- Superior customer service skills to deal with both internal and external customers
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse groups and colleagues
- Ability to demonstrate planning, organizing and implementing skills which allow the successful completion of a project by a specific due date
- Must be able to effectively handle stressful situations
- Must be able to read and effectively interpret general business documentation