We are looking for an experienced Network Technician specializing in passive networking infrastructure. The candidate will be responsible for structured cabling installation, fiber-optic cabling, cable termination, testing, rack installation, patch panel management, and troubleshooting of passive network infrastructure at customer sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Install and maintain structured cabling infrastructure, including Cat6/Cat6A UTP and FTP cables.
- Perform cable laying, routing, dressing, termination, and labeling as per project standards.
- Install and terminate patch panels, information outlets, faceplates, keystone jacks, and network racks.
- Perform fiber-optic cable laying, splicing coordination, termination, and testing.
- Work with fiber-optic LIUs, ODFs, pigtails, patch cords, and fiber distribution panels.
- Conduct cable testing and certification using LAN cable testers and fiber testing equipment such as OTDR and optical power meters, where applicable.
- Perform rack installation, patch cord management, cable dressing, and equipment labeling.
- Identify and rectify cable faults, connectivity issues, and termination defects.
- Prepare cable routing records, port mapping, labeling schedules, and as-built documentation.
- Assist with installation and connectivity testing of switches, routers, and wireless access points.
- Perform physical verification and preventive maintenance of passive network infrastructure.
- Coordinate with the Network Engineer, project team, and site supervisor for installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
- Follow site safety procedures and maintain installation quality as per project specifications.
- Support site inspections, testing, commissioning, and customer acceptance activities.
Technical Skills Required
- Hands-on experience with Cat6/Cat6A structured cabling.
- Knowledge of copper cable termination, patch panels, I/O outlets, and keystone jacks.
- Experience in fiber-optic cabling, LIU/ODF installation, and fiber patching.
- Basic knowledge of fiber splicing and testing using OTDR and optical power meters.
- Experience in network rack installation, cable dressing, and labeling.
- Ability to read cable layouts, floor plans, and network infrastructure drawings.
- Basic understanding of LAN connectivity and network troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of cable testing, documentation, and quality standards.
Educational Qualification and Experience
- ITI/ Diploma in IT, Electronics, Computer Hardware, Telecommunications, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in passive networking and structured cabling projects.
- Experience in commercial buildings, data centers, campuses, or enterprise networking projects is preferred.
- Relevant structured cabling or fiber-optic certification will be an added advantage.