Central Office Technician (Transport Equipment)

AFL Telecommunications, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AFL Telecommunications, LLC is seeking a Full-Time Field Technician IV in Philadelphia. The role involves installation, troubleshooting, and repair of data center hardware and network infrastructures while ensuring excellent customer service. Candidates must possess a valid US driver's license and be effective team players with strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of server/storage/network hardware.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Dependable and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of equipment installation and repair at client locations.
• Troubleshooting and repair of data center hardware and networking infrastructure.
• Document activities and create/modify SOPs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem Solving

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Valid US Drivers License

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Requisition Number: CENTR006819

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• Posted : September 8, 2024
• Full-Time

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Philadelphia, PA

Description

ITC Service Group is a wholly owned subsidiary of AFL. Founded in 1999 and provides managed services and workforce solutions for the nationwide planning design, construction, installation and maintenance of voice, data, and video networks.

AFL and ITC were built and are operated on similar core values and philosophies. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers.

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Job Summary:
The Field Technician IV is responsible for all aspects of equipment installation and repair at our clients’ locations. Technical elements of the job include troubleshooting basic connectivity and mechanical issues. The position requires traveling to client sites and ensuring top-notch customer service. Previous knowledge of Telecommunications and Data/IT maintenance and repair is required.

Responsibilities:

• Hardware installation & decommission of enterprise servers and cabling infrastructure.
• Troubleshooting and repair of data center hardware and networking infrastructure.
• Rack and stack of data center equipment, including but not limited to servers, networking devices, monitoring systems and other equipment.
• Rack installation including putting racks in place, cabling, power up and handoff of servers to internal provisioning teams.
• Documentation of activities and create/modify SOPs
• Decommission life cycle of data center hardware
• Inventory process, order replacement parts and return failed parts as required.
• Structured cabling, labelling and troubleshooting of fiber/copper/telecom cables.
• System power supplies and cabling install, troubleshooting and repair
• Responsible for the accuracy in the installation of each and all types of equipment installed.
• You should able to execute small projects on your own and work with your manager in planning and executing larger local projects.

Personal Qualities:

• Flexible – open to change & new information and rapidly adapts to changing conditions or unexpected obstacles
• Detail oriented – excellent attention to detail with the ability to follow through on assigned tasks
• Independent - ability to work well under limited supervision
• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving - capable of complex reasoning analysis
• Results focused – driven to achieve
• Interpersonal skills – able to collaborate on projects, maintain effective relationships, and communicate clearly at all levels of the business
• Adaptability - capable of working in a fast-paced environment, adapt to various situations, and prioritize multiple work assignments simultaneously
• Team Player skills - Possess strong commitment to team environment dynamics with the ability to contribute expertise and follow leadership directives at appropriate times

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of server/storage/network hardware.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Valid US Drivers License and clean MVR
• Must be able to see in color and work at height
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Be a good team player.
• Strong interest in learning new DC concepts.
• Dependable and trustworthy.
• Process oriented.
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Working Conditions:

• Proficient use of all hand and power tools
• Prolonged standing.
• Climbing of stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds. Carrying of loads up and down stairs. Reaching and/or grasping.
• Must work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Finger and wrist dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Heavy physical effort (usually lifting/moving up to 70 pounds).
• Exposure to noisy or dusty conditions. Exposure to chemicals and solvents.
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards. Use of standard office equipment.
• General testing knowledge required

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