Low Voltage Structured Cable Technician Level 2 - Long Island, NY

Coranet; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent company is seeking a Low Voltage Structured Cable Technician Level 2 to enhance their Field Service teams. This role involves supervising installation projects for low-voltage systems across Long Island and metro areas, requiring physical dexterity and expertise in cabling systems. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work in varied conditions.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with copper and fiber cable installation, labeling, terminations, and testing.
• Experience working with General Contractors and other trades.
• Valid OSHA 30 + SST Card required.

Responsibilities

• Install, test and maintain low-voltage structured cabling systems.
• Coordinate with General Contractors and other project teams.
• Provide supervision and training to junior technicians.

Skills

Installation

Troubleshooting

Programming

Coordination

Tools

Fluke Networks

Job description

Title: Low Voltage Structured Cable Technician Level 2

Location: Long Island, NY

Coranet Corp. is seeking a Low Voltage Structured Cable Technician Level 2 to join their Field Service teams. The Technician will work under our Lead Cable Technicians and supervise Level 1 Technicians on Coranet's IT infrastructure technician teams to entirely and successfully install low-voltage projects, including structured cabling, access control, physical security, wireless, AV projects, and programming Security, AV, and WiFi systems throughout Long Island with work extending into New Jersey and Metro NY region. Candidates should be based on Long Island.

Responsibilities:

1. Installation and Testing:

• Install, terminate, label, and test copper (CAT5e/CAT6) and fiber (single mode/multi mode) cables.
• Dress-in, terminate, label, and test copper patch panels.
• Perform patching according to customer-provided switch matrices.
• Use Fluke Networks or equivalent copper/fiber cable testers/analyzers.

Coordination and Inventory:

• Work with General Contractors and other project trades such as electrical, furniture, carpet, etc.
• Receive and inventory drop-shipped project materials.
• Assemble LAN racks, grounding, cable runways, cable trays, etc.

Circuit Extension:

• Extend carrier POTS, T1, and cable TV circuits.

Supervision and Guidance:

• Provide moderate supervision and guidance to Level 1 Technicians.
• Assist in training and developing Level 1 Technicians.

Troubleshooting:

• Troubleshoot telecommunication connectivity systems.

Programming:

• Program and configure Security, AV, and WiFi systems.

Qualifications:

Must have demonstrated experience:

1. with copper and fiber [single mode/multi mode] cable: rough-in, labeling, terminations, and testing.
2. with copper patch panel: dress-in; terminations; labeling; and, testing.
3. with Fluke Networks [or equivalent] copper/fiber cable tester/analyzer.
4. in working with General Contractors and other project trades, e.g., electrical, furniture, carpet, etc.
5. with the receipt and inventory of drop-shipped project materials.
6. with LAN rack: assembly; grounding; cable runways; cable tray; etc.
7. in programming and configuring Security, AV, and WiFi Systems

Required:

1. Valid driver's license
2. Access to a motor vehicle and willingness to travel across NJ, PA, etc.
3. Finger and wrist dexterity, hand/eye coordination.
4. Ability to work from heights using proper fall protection.
5. Proficiency with small hand tools and power tools.
6. Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and/or scaffolds.
7. Physical ability to walk, stand, bend, lift up to 50 lbs., and drive a vehicle.
8. Valid OSHA 30 + SST Card

Preferred Optional Qualifications:

• Available for off-hour assignments - weekends and nights.
• Certifications, e.g., CommScope, Corning, etc.
• Capable of operating with minimal supervision.
• Willing to travel, work on remote teams while onsite performing project-driven initiatives
• Strong administrative skills and the ability to turn around deliverables in a timely fashion

Working Conditions:

• Job is usually performed in indoor/outdoor environments under multiple environmental conditions.
• Ability to accept periodic assignments that involve travel away from the immediate district office area based on client needs, business needs, and project scope.
• Exposure to noisy or dusty conditions; chemicals & solvents; mechanical, electrical, and/or other hazards.
• Must be able to work in the United States.