Engineering Technicaion III

Paycom; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom in Huntsville, AL is seeking an IT Cable Plant Installation Technician to support the buildup and modernization of DoD facilities. The role covers design, installation, testing and documentation of IT cabling, racks, power distribution, and related equipment.

You will work with teams to install and test cables, document as-built changes, and travel within a 50‑mile radius from the home duty station, adhering to IDP guidelines and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification with 3+ years cabling/installation experience
• Familiarity with DoD installation standards and security requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic documentation practices

Responsibilities

• Support rack installation and cabling of IT/AV equipment.
• Pull, terminate and dress Ethernet and fiber cables to MPO/MTP.
• Install and document cabling, IT equipment, racks, power distributions.
• Maintain design documents and mark as-built changes.
• Conduct PITCO tests and document results.
• Travel within 50 miles of home duty station.
• Ensure safety, equipment accountability and teamwork.

Skills

PC knowledge

Microsoft Office

Reading engineering drawings

Verbal and written communications

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

IT cabling tools

Cable termination equipment

Rack and patch panels

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Huntsville, AL 35808, SUMMARY

The IT Cable Plant Installation Technician will be supporting the buildup and modernization of DoD facilities. The purpose of this task is to provide Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I)/Information Technology (IT) electronic systems equipment, infrastructure, engineering, design, installation, desktop deployment and Supply and Warehouse support. Services required include design, installation, termination, test, and documentation of desktop devices, peripherals, IT cable plant, rack, power distribution units for the installation of C4I/IT electronic systems and equipment, as assigned and in accordance with government installation design plans (IDP).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide support for the rack installation and cabling of electronic equipment and infrastructure in support of various communications systems equipment.
• Pull, terminate and dress all Ethernet SM/MM and fiber optic cabling to MPO/MTP.
• Install, test, and document the installation of cable, cable conveyances, IT equipment, antennas, and supporting systems in accordance with Installation Development Plan (IDP).
• Ensures required technical abilities are maintained.
• Contributes to all phases of the IT and AV infrastructure installation or upgrade.
• Installs racks/cabinets/credenzas and all peripheral equipment.
• Installs patch cabling in Telecommunication Closet’s and between MUTOA and Enterprise end-user computing devices (EEUCD) in open office areas as specified in the Master Cabling Table.
• Updates and maintains all design documents by marking all “as-built” changes during the course of installation.
• Produces and installs for each installed cable, computer‑generated labels to be placed at both ends of each cable.
• Works with the team to troubleshoot and resolve issues with network infrastructure, often requiring coordination with other disciplines: networking, facilities, HVAC, electrical, security, etc.
• Conducts required Pre‑Installation Test and Checkout (PITCO)activities.
• Conducts tests and documents the results of cables, equipment, and materials.
• Performs assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed.
• Performs demolition and disposal of network and power infrastructure.
• Supports daily activities within the guidelines of company policy, job description and supervisor’s instruction in such a way as to maximize personal output.
• Responsible for aiding in own self‑development by being receptive to all training made available by the company.
• Responsible for equipment accountability, ensure safety of self and co‑workers.
• Report any unsafe conditions and/or practices to the appropriate supervisor and human resources.
• Will immediately correct any unsafe conditions to the best of ability.
• Other duties as assigned but not necessarily in the specific scope of the position.

JOB SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Operational knowledge of Personal Computer Systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Practical knowledge of construction, service maintenance and operation procedures of IT and AV related systems and equipment.
• Proficient at IT equipment assembly and testing.
• Possess good verbal and written communications skills with ability to interpret a variety of technical materials.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams and technical directives.
• Ability to execute scheduled tasks within a team setting.
• Willingness and ability to learn new concepts and techniques.
• Ability to travel to client worksites within a 50‑mile radius from the home duty station.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is primarily performed in a factory, machine shop or construction environment.
• The ability to verbally communicate alarms or warnings clearly, concisely, loudly and quickly, to clearly and quickly hear or otherwise sense alarms or warnings and take appropriate action.
• Frequently required to maintain equilibrium to prevent falling when moving, walking, standing, kneeling or crouching - particularly on narrow, uneven, irregular, slippery surfaces, going up or down ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles or other objects using hands, arms, feet or legs.
• Frequently required to bend the body downward and forward, bending leg and spine - working in a bent over position.
• Frequently required to sense physical attributes such as size, shape, temperature, texture or sharpness of an object by touching.
• Frequently required to grasp, grip or apply pressure to an object with the fingers and palm, holding an object in the hand.
• Frequently required to lift, raise or lower objects in a vertical direction, particularly heavy or bulky objects.
• Moving objects backward, forward, in or out in a horizontal direction, particularly heavy or bulky objects.
• Pulling, exerting a steady backward, downward, upward or outward force against an object - jerking, plucking, wrenching, stretching, towing, drawing, dragging or tugging objects in a sustained motion.
• Pushing, pressing against something with steady forward, downward, upward or outward force - shoving, pushing, compressing, squeezing, mashing, packing, pressing, jamming, compacting, or squashing objects in a sustained motion.
• The ability to see and distinguish colors, to visually distinguish shapes and patterns, to accurately sense distances (depth perception), to accurately see objects and detect motion at wide angles (peripheral vision).
• Frequently uses the lower extremities and back muscles and moving on foot, particularly for long distances.
• May have exposure to indoor/outdoor adverse weather conditions.
• Frequent exposure to noise - workers must wear protective hearing equipment or frequently shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.
• Exposure to pollutants or allergens which can adversely affect the skin and/or the respiratory system such as gases, smoke, odors, mists, fumes, dust, chemicals, oils or solvents.
• Exposure to hazardous working conditions including moving machinery, electricity and/or working in high places.
• May be exposed to hot objects, flames or sparks.
• The job requires the use of protective equipment such as hard hats, respirators, aprons, gloves, special clothing, safety shoes and safety glasses

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Qualifications: Clearance: Secret, Top or TS/SCI preferred

Education: Associate’s degree, technical certification, and/or a minimum of three (3) years of related experience supporting cabling, equipment inventory, desktop deployment, IT network systems installation, troubleshooting and repair of network systems. Minimum three (3) years of experience in using Microsoft Office.

Certifications: BICSI Installer 1 Certification (Preferred not required) & Sec+ Certification.