Lead Structured Cabling Technician

Vision Technologies

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Company Holidays

PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and AD&D

Short/Long‑term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Leadership Development Training

Job summary

Vision Technologies, a national and global systems integrator, seeks a Lead Technician to manage all phases of Datacenter installation projects. You will own from receipt of the work package to final delivery and documentation, while leading a team and delivering high-quality results.

You will stay current with installation procedures, ensure adherence to TIA/EIA and BICSI standards, and maintain excellent customer service with travel as required.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
BICSI certifications preferred; knowledge of fiber troubleshooting.
Ability to drive company vehicle and pass background/drivers checks.

Responsibilities

Lead Technician owns job layout and execution plan.
Ensure installation aligns with scope and documentation standards.
Test and commission copper/fiber plant per TIA/EIA and BICSI.
Provide excellent customer service; travel as needed.
Coordinate team activities and ensure quality craftsmanship.

Skills

Detail oriented

Customer service

Leadership

Willing to travel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BICSI Installer 2 (preferred)

OSHA 10/30 certification (preferred)

Tools

CAT5/6 testers

Fiber power meters

OTDR

Job description

Overview

Under the guidance of the Foreman Supervisor and Project Manager will manage all phases of Datacenter installation Projects. Lead Technician must be able to think strategically and demonstrate “Leadership”. Lead Technician will assume total ownership from the receipt of completed engineering “work package” to delivery of project completion and final documentation. Lead Technician must exhibit the ability to provide great customer service and deliver projects according to the customer’s expectations.

Responsibilities

Lead Technician must be detail oriented, analytical. Process and compliance focused Ability to work independent of direct supervision; self-starting; Team Player. Good organizational, written, and verbal skills (meticulous regarding documentation). Excellent people skills, customer oriented, willingness to help others. Positive and Proactive approach Willingness to travel. Strong work ethic and ability to have flexible work schedule.

Lead Technician must demonstrate good customer skills.

Lead Technician has total responsibility for the job layout and plan of execution.

Lead Technician must stay current with the latest technologies and installation procedures.

Lead Technician must have a full understanding of the scope of work.

Lead Technician must have the ability to understand and accurately complete all paperwork required of assigned project.

Lead Technician must be able to run small, medium, and large projects when required.

Lead Technician must be fully competent of the Vision standard for quality installation craftsmanship and customer service excellence.

Lead Technician must be fully competent at installation and termination of various copper and fiber products in accordance with TIA/EIA standards and BICSI standards.

Lead Technician must be fully competent in testing and troubleshooting of copper and fiber cable plant systems in accordance with TIA/EIA standards and BICSI standards.

Lead Technician must be fully competent at directing his team in assembling, installing, and securing various cable trays, racks, and cabinets used in telecommunications closets.

Lead Technician must understand the basic principles of grounding and bonding as described in the BICSI installation methods and must be capable of properly bonding cable trays and properly grounding racks, cable trays, etc.

Lead Technician must be knowledgeable in the proper operation of all Vision’s Cat5, Cat5E, Cat6 testers to include proper operation of the tester, properly saving test results and properly downloading and storing test results on the network.

Lead Technician must be knowledgeable in the proper operation of Vision’s fiber power meter testers to include proper operation of the tester, properly saving test results and properly downloading and storing test results on the network.

Lead Technician must be knowledgeable in the proper operation of an OTDR to include proper operation of the OTDR, properly saving test results and properly downloading and storing the test results on the network.

Lead Technician must be fully capable of interpreting test results from fiber and copper testers and successfully troubleshooting and properly repairing the fiber or copper cable plant to ultimately ensure a correct and valid test.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED required

BICSI and industry Certifications are preferred Knowledge of fiber terms and troubleshooting is needed.

Ability to drive company vehicle throughout the day.

This position requires a background check and driver’s license check.

Ability to lift various items is required, as well to stand for long periods of time and climb ladders.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands of this position are those that are necessary to meet the responsibilities and essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to lift 75lbs and climb ladders as required.

“other duties as assigned”.

Years of Experience:

3 – 5

Security Clearance:

As needed

Certifications:

Preferred – BICSI Installer 2, Industry manufacturer certifications, OSHA safety certification 10/30, HILTI powder actuated tools, Confined Space

Company Overview

Vision Technologies, a national and global systems integrator, provides IT services and solutions for commercial and federal clients. Our seasoned staff has keen insight into trends and emerging technologies that are changing the way we work, communicate, and protect our society. We offer design, installation, support and project management for Distributed Antenna Systems, Passive Optical Networking, voice/data, wireless systems, security, audiovisual, and video teleconferencing delivering powerful IP-centric, integrated solutions that get results.

Vision Technologies offers its employees the following benefits and leave programs.