Low Voltage Systems Technician

Gaylor Electric, Inc.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaylor Electric, Inc. is seeking an experienced low voltage technician to install and certify structured cabling systems.

The role involves reading engineered drawings, installing telecommunication outlets, fiber optic cables, and supporting infrastructure in commercial environments. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, and a BICSI Tech certification or substantial equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BICSI Tech certification required or at least 4+ years of equivalent Low Voltage Systems experience.
• Experience with reading engineered drawings and submittals is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install category structured cabling per design drawings.
• Install telecommunication outlets, cables, fire stopping and supports.
• Install, terminate, and certify multimode and singlemode fiber.
• Identify and terminate various cables (coax, data, power) and grounding systems.

Skills

Read engineered drawings

Use trade hand tools

Use test equipment

Fiber optic cabling install

Knowledge of FCC/BICSI standards

Education

High school/GED

BICSI Tech certification

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

• Physically install category structured cabling distribution systems per design interpretations or engineered designed drawings.
• Installation of telecommunication outlets, cables, fire stopping, and supports
• Install, terminate and certify both multi-mode and single-mode fiber
• Installs, identifies and terminates various types of cable and wire in various locations, including coax, data, power cables and grounding systems as well as understanding of industry standard color code.
• Perform new and retro-fit Commercial Data, Voice, Fiber Optic and Paging cabling installations.
• A strong working knowledge of TIA and BICSI Standards; including installation, trouble shooting and service.

Scope Of Work

• Physically install category structured cabling distribution systems per design interpretations or engineered designed drawings.
• Installation of telecommunication outlets, cables, fire stopping, and supports
• Install, terminate and certify both multi-mode and single-mode fiber
• Installs, identifies and terminates various types of cable and wire in various locations, including coax, data, power cables and grounding systems as well as understanding of industry standard color code.
• Perform new and retro-fit Commercial Data, Voice, Fiber Optic and Paging cabling installations.
• A strong working knowledge of TIA and BICSI Standards; including installation, trouble shooting and service.

Responsibilities

• Proficient with the proper use of trade hand and power tools.
• Experience in reading and interpreting engineered drawings, submittals, and operational/product manuals.
• Ability to install, test, modify, and repair a wide range of support equipment.
• Adept at using test equipment in the testing and troubleshooting of data circuits and fiber optic cabling.
• Proficient with the installation components within Telecommunications Equipment Rooms.
• Possess a comprehensive knowledge of fiber-optic, coax and network cable, and telecommunications/electronic installation procedures.
• Capable of performing physical labor to include carrying and moving equipment and tools up to 50-70 lbs.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION: High school graduate, holder of G.E.D., or equivalent studies/experience.
• CERTIFICATION: BICSI TECH
• EXPERIENCE: 4+ years or equivalent experience with Low Voltage Systems Structured Cabling.

GAYLOR ELECTRIC, INC. is an equal opportunity employer including disability and vets.