Senior Installer

trimgroup; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Vision and Dental Insurance

401k Retirement Program with Company Match

Seven Paid Holidays

Vacation/Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

trimgroup is looking for a structured cabling technician in Kennett Square, PA. The role involves installation of complex cabling systems and troubleshooting copper and fiber optic systems independently. Candidates must hold a high school diploma and possess strong mechanical aptitude along with proficiency in tools.

This position offers competitive pay, comprehensive insurance, retirement plans, and paid holidays. Interested applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BISCI certification preferred or equivalent experience.
• Ability to lift weights of up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Install complex structured cabling systems.
• Perform independent troubleshooting and testing procedures.
• Respond to emergency service requests outside regular hours.

Skills

Elevated math and measurement skills

Above average mechanical aptitude

Proficiency with common hand tools

Ability to use complex power tools

Elevated personal computing skills

Fluency with Microsoft Office programs

Reliable personal transportation

Valid driver’s license

Willingness to travel regionally/nationally

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BISCI certification or equivalent experience

Tools

Power tools

Job-related personal tools

Job description

Summary Description

Under limited supervision, performs tasks related to the installation of more complex structured cabling systems. This candidate will also perform more in-depth copper and fiber optic troubleshooting and testing procedures independently.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri-M safety policies and procedures.
• Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri-M employment policies and procedures including standards of conduct and appearance to reflect positively on the company.
• Completes appropriate level of skill development and on-the-job training.
• Safeguards and maintains Tri-M equipment, material, tools and vehicles.
• Has a working knowledge of telecommunication drawings and specifications and can relay pertinent project information to other crew members.
• Installs and instructs others in the proper installation of cable pathway systems.
• Accurately installs all types of horizontal and backbone cabling.
• Performs copper cabling termination tasks at any level in a proficient manner.
• Provides labeling practices on all levels in an unsupervised, error free manner.
• Sets up test equipment and accurately diagnoses cable faults and takes corrective action.
• Performs high count copper/fiber terminations, testing and splicing independently.
• Responds to emergency service requests outside of regular duty hours when called upon.
• Update job progress, provide overall status documentation within company’s document compositor system.

Job Qualifications

Skills/Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Elevated math and measurement skills
• Above average mechanical aptitude and proficiency with common hand tools
• BISCI certified preferred or equivalent experience
• Ability to use more complex power tools (e.g. hammer drills, band saws, power benders.)
• Elevated personal computing skills and fluent with Microsoft office programs
• Proficient understanding of Office 365, to include Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Must have reliable personal transportation to and from the assigned work location/office
• Must maintain a valid drivers license and good driving record
• Must purchase Company required personal tools (see attached list) and maintain in good condition
• Ability and willingness to travel regionally/nationally to jobsite

Physical Requirements

• Working 40 hours/week, scheduled in 8-to-10-hour shifts.
• Standing and climbing 4 to 6 hours/day.
• Kneeling, lifting, reaching above shoulders, and bending 4 to 5 hours/day.
• Twisting (180°) and walking 2 to 3 hours/day.
• Squatting and sitting 1 to 2 hours/day.
• Lifting weights of 0 to 75 lbs. at the following frequencies: continuous lifting of 10 to 35 lbs.; frequent lifting of 35 to 50 lbs.; occasional lifting of 50 to 75 lbs.; sizes & shapes of objects vary from concrete blocks to cylinders to 10’ lengths of metallic conduit and 20' lengths of PVC conduit; average carry requirements, 60 lbs. for 40'.
• Ability to lift from floor to above shoulder.
• Repetitive use of hands includes: continuous grasping up to 50 lbs.; frequent pushing and pulling of 50 to 75 lbs.; and fine motor coordination for receptacle installation and wire terminations.
• Repetitive use of feet is required for operating heavy equipment, conduit benders and vertical climbing.
• Vision adequate for blueprint reading and color coding for wire identification.
• Balance adequate for continuous climbing of ladders, scaffolds, and lifts.
• Environmental factors include working in temperature extremes of 0° F to 100° F; up to 8 hours inside or outside; atmospheric exposure to dust, gases, fumes, and odors within the Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL).
• Special hazards include exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and potentially explosive hazards.
• Personal protective equipment includes use of hard hat, safety glasses, protected-toe boots, and appropriate gloves for the task.
• Equipment on an "as needed" basis may include fall protection, dust mask, respirator, hearing protection, arc flash protective gear, and dielectrically insulated gloves and/or sleeves.

Job Requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Benefits

• Fair and competitive pay
• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Vision and Dental Insurance
• HRA Spending Account
• Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Seven Paid Holidays
• Vacation/Sick Leave
• 401k Retirement Program with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• And much more!

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.