Construction Technician

Honest Networks; New York (CT, NY); On-site; USD 35,817 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid-time off (PTO)

Medical and dental benefits

Attractive salary based on experience

Job summary

Honest Networks, based in the United States, is seeking full-time Honest Construction Technicians to build our network in residential and office buildings across NYC, Northern NJ, CT, and Philadelphia. Technicians will work in a fast-paced environment, running fiber and ethernet cabling, and mounting networking equipment.

The ideal candidate will have experience with fiber optics, a strong problem-solving attitude, and comfort working in high-rises. Competitive salary between $26-34/hr plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience with fiber optic or ethernet cabling.
• Ability to run fiber and cat5e/6 cabling through multi-tenant buildings.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Construct and build out network in residential and office buildings.
• Run fiber and ethernet through building risers.
• Mount and install networking equipment.

Skills

Experience with hand/power tools

Troubleshooting skills

Comfortable working in confined spaces

Problem solving attitude

Job description

Honest Networks is dedicated to delivering high-quality and affordable internet service as a catalyst for community growth, fostering learning, creativity, and enjoyment. We are a rapidly expanding, venture-backed internet service provider headquartered in Manhattan. We focus on offering gigabit internet service at transparent and affordable prices, all while providing exceptional customer service. We achieve this goal by employing individuals with high integrity, a strong work ethic, and a passion for continuous learning. If working in a fast-paced, results-oriented, and mission-driven environment excites you, we encourage you to apply and join our team. Learn more at www.honest.net.

About the Role

This is a full-time, in-person role.

• Honest Construction Technicians would be responsible for constructing and building out our network in residential apartment complexes and office buildings in NYC, Northern NJ, CT, and Philadelphia.
• Technicians run fiber and ethernet through building risers; mount and install networking equipment in MDF/IDF closets; and set up and align radios on rooftops.
• This is a fast-paced environment where you are likely working with 1 other person, setting up 2-3 buildings per month.

Personal Attributes

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working with hand/power tools
• Excited to learn: we are looking for technicians who have strong technical competency but are always interested in continuously learning
• Problem solving attitude: able to troubleshoot issues

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience with fiber optic, ethernet cable or electrician/conduit work
• Ability to run fiber and cat5e/6 cabling through a large multi-tenant building (office, apartment complex)
• Ability to install, terminate, and test troubleshoot network cabling, including through existing interior and exterior conduit
• Ability to power and test networking switches and other networking hardware
• Comfortable using mass transit operate during the day
• Comfortable working in high-rises and on rooftops
• Comfortable working in confined spaces
• Ability to read, understand, and follow work orders & change orders
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds
• Bonus
• Ability to bend pipe up to 1"
• Ability to terminate fiber
• Knowledge of DC power
• Attractive salary (estimate of $26-34/hr + OT) based on level of capabilities and experience
• Paid-time off (PTO)
• Medical and dental benefits

Honest is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, socioeconomic status, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We offer reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities upon request to facilitate their participation in the hiring process.