Rack Assembler

Hose-McCann Telephone Co.; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualifications

• Experience installing/racking servers, switches, routers and related components in 19” racks.
• Ability to route, terminate, and test Cat5e/Cat6/Cat6a cables to industry standards.
• Soldering certification (J-STD-001 preferred) and MIL-STD-1310 familiarity are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Rack, install and secure hardware in 19” EIA racks.
• Install and connect PDUs, circuit breakers, and UPS systems.
• Route, terminate, and test network cabling to spec (TIA/EIA).
• Install and test fiber optic cables using OTDR and light meters.
• Label and organize cables for maintenance and serviceability.
• Troubleshoot hardware, cabling and connectivity issues.
• Follow engineering drawings and company procedures.
• Maintain workspace and test finished products for defects.

Skills

Rack mounting

Cable management

Troubleshooting

Blueprints/engineering drawings

Soldering

MIL-STD-1310

Tools

OTDR

Light meters

PDU/UPS installation

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Hands-On Racking and Stacking: Execute hands-on lab racking and stacking procedures, including the assembly and setup of intricate rack configurations. Ensure meticulous installation and integration of all components and associated cabling.

Job Responsibilities:

• Rack & Install Hardware: Mount, install, and secure servers, switches, routers, radios, and other rack mount components in 19” EIA racks.
• Power Distribution: Install and connect power distribution units (PDUs), circuit breakers, and UPS systems.
• Structured Cabling: Route, terminate, and test Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a cables following TIA/EIA standards.
• Fiber Optic Installation: Install, splice, terminate, and test fiber optic cables (single-mode & multi-mode) using OTDR and light meters.
• Cable Management: Organize and label data, ethernet, fiber optic, COAX, RF and power cables for a clean and efficient layout.
• Hardware Configuration: Connect and verify data, RF and power connections; perform initial device light-off and configuration.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve hardware, cabling, and connectivity issues.
• Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Follow technical instructions, interpret engineering drawings/blueprints and technical terms.
• Inventory parts and tools used in the assembling process.
• Follow company procedures and directives.
• Test finished products for defects.
• Maintain the tools used to create products.
• Keep a clean and well-maintained workspace.
• Meet quality, productivity, turnaround time and other expectations
• Expertly route cables and fibers in organized, professional manner to maximize future maintenance and serviceability.
• Candidate must be solder certified (J-STD-001 preferred)
• Candidate shall have experience with MIL-STD-1310

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.