Installation Tech IV

TrueNet Communications, a 1Finity Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

TrueNet Communications, a 1Finity Company, seeks an Installation Technician in Houston, Texas. The role involves installing structured cabling, integrated voice and data systems, and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a minimum of 6 years of telecommunications experience, ensuring high-quality work while adhering to safety standards.

TrueNet offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in the wireless and broadband sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years telecommunication training and/or experience.
• Exceptional ability in telephony outside the general parameters of installation.
• Handles confidential/sensitive information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for structured cabling and integrated voice/data systems installation.
• Completes installations and maintenance of equipment.
• Manages inventory of assigned tools.

Skills

Technical proficiency in structured cabling

Problem-solving

Mechanical aptitude

Strong communication skills

Microsoft Office skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical Business School

Job description

TrueNet Communications is a national infrastructure engineering and specialty contractor serving the wireless, broadband and telecommunications markets. We plan, design, build and support communications infrastructure across North America. Join our team of professionals where you can advance your career in a fast‑paced, growing industry. We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k), paid time off and paid holidays.

Position Summary

The Installation Technician is responsible for structured cabling, installation of total integrated voice and data systems, networks, and wireless. This is meant to be a guide; duties may vary depending on management.

Essential Position Functions

• Has technical proficiency of structured cabling, installation of total integrated voice and data systems, key systems, networks, and wireless.
• Completes any additions, removals, changes, upgrades and maintenance to service contracts.
• Performs installations and maintenance of equipment.
• Performs engineering of new projects.
• Performs installation and maintenance of equipment, central office equipment including iron work, AC, transport equipment, and all infrastructures. Occasionally performs outside plant installation.
• Manages inventory of assigned tools and ensures all tools are current on calibration.
• Submits ECR or Red Line for any change that would alter work items, assignments, and/or specifications.
• Is proficient in writing and presenting a method of procedure for customer approval.
• Stages all equipment and inventorying material for accuracy.
• Assigns tasks to subordinates and monitors their work ethics for efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Ensures accuracy in the installation of all types of equipment.
• Performs a test for completeness or wiring to ensure all is installed correctly.
• Co‑ordinates timely procedures of powering off with the customer within the maintenance window.
• Ensures accuracy of all final paperwork required and turns it over to the customer in a timely manner.
• Ensures the start and completion of each project results in a quality, on‑time, profitable product presented to the customer.
• Completes quality assurance procedures and checks final products for errors.
• Ensures the safety, quality, and efficiencies of the crew.
• Interfaces with customer contacts on projects and work orders.
• Interfaces with the end user and coordinates with other vendors for each project when required.
• Provides technical support for customer contacts and technicians on request.
• Attends project planning and progress meetings with or without customer contacts.
• Understands, adheres to, and promotes Environmental, Health & Safety policies of all telecommunication standards.
• Other duties as required.

Additional Expectations

• Construction work is project‑driven and may vary in availability based on client demand and workload. When role‑specific assignments are not available, employees may be required to perform other related duties within the construction or telecommunications field, such as ground support, site preparation, equipment maintenance, warehouse support, or assisting with other company projects as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational/Technical Business School desired.
• Minimum of 6 years telecommunication training and/or experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency and profitability at the Technician III level.
• Exceptional ability in telephony outside the general parameters of installation and technical expertise.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems.
• Handles confidential/sensitive information with discretion and good judgment.
• Mechanically inclined with strong mechanical aptitude.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) skills.
• Efficiently uses a Windows‑based computer.
• Prioritises and completes assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Effectively handles multiple priorities with strong attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organisational, oral and written communication skills.
• Can work alone and with a team.
• Passes a drug screen and criminal background check.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged standing.
• Climbing stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds.
• Carrying loads up and down stairs; reaching and/or grasping.
• Stooping, kneeling, walking, bending, crawling, and crouching.
• Carrying, pushing and/or pulling.
• Finger and wrist dexterity and hand‑eye coordination.
• Heavy physical effort (usually lifting/moving up to 70 pounds).
• Effective communication with employees, management, peers, etc.

Work Environment

• Exposure to noisy or dusty conditions.
• Exposure to chemicals and solvents.
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards.
• Must be able to travel up to 50% (most travel is planned well in advance).
• Requires working independently and as part of a team.
• Requires verbal and face‑to‑face contact with others daily.
• Frequent use of a computer is necessary.
• Requires use of all general office equipment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

TrueNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer of minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

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We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this position (H1B, etc.).