SENIOR TECH

Comnet Communications; Flower Mound (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Comnet Communications is seeking a skilled supervisor to oversee telecommunications installs, terminations and testing. You will train Technicians and Technician Helpers, ensure safety, and coordinate field activities with the manager and customers.

The role requires hands-on experience with copper and fiber optic cabling, reading blueprints and floor plans, and delivering quality results in a fast-paced environment in Flower Mound, Texas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years experience in the telecommunications industry.
• Knowledge of category rated testers, Cat 3, Cat 5/5e and Cat 6 cable troubleshooting.
• Advanced knowledge of fiber optic cable requirements, fire stopping and grounding.
• Ability to read, analyze and decipher scopes of work.
• Ability to read floor plans.
• Excellent oral, written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Skill in directing the implementation of telecommunication projects.
• Ability to lead people and obtain results through others.
• Ability to prioritize conflicting demands.
• Ability to train and direct others.
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers and customers.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to climb or balance.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Ability to see things at close vision, in color and in focus.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Install cable support systems in new or existing buildings.
• Establish cable pathways as prescribed by industry standards.
• Terminate and test copper voice/data cables.
• Install termination blocks, patch panels and station hardware.
• Install, terminate, test and troubleshoot fiber optic cable.
• Collaborate with Manager and Customer in project planning and implementation.
• Prepare and maintain daily job journals, field change order forms, material inventory forms and all required documentation.
• Manage location schedules including start time, break time and stop time.
• Train and direct Technicians and Technician Helpers.
• Cleanup work site each day.
• Comply with all safety regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Telecom installation

Fiber optic knowledge

Reading blueprints

Safety compliance

Tool use

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Cable testers

Crimp tools

Fiber testers

Job description

This position is responsible for performing highly diversified and complex installations, terminations and cable testing. Trains and directs Technicians and Technician Helpers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install cable support systems in new or existing buildings
• Establish cable pathways as prescribed by industry standards
• Terminate and test copper voice/data cables
• Install termination blocks, patch panels and station hardware
• Install, terminate, test and troubleshoot fiber optic cable
• Collaborate with Manager and Customer in project planning and implementation
• Prepare and maintain daily job journals, field change order forms, material inventory forms and all required documentation
• Manage location schedules including start time, break time and stop time
• Train and direct Technicians and Technician Helpers
• Cleanup work site each day
• Comply with all safety regulations
• Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years experience in the telecommunications industry
• Knowledge of category rated testers, Cat 3, Cat 5, Cat 5e and Cat 6 cable troubleshooting
• Advanced knowledge of fiber optic cable requirements, fire stopping and grounding
• Ability to read, analyze and decipher scopes of work
• Ability to use basic hand tools, punch down, shears and crimp tools
• Ability to read floor plans
• Excellent oral, written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Skill in directing the implementation of telecommunication projects
• Ability to lead people and obtain results through others
• Ability to prioritize conflicting demands
• Ability to train and direct others
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers and customers
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to reach with hands and arms
• Ability to climb or balance
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Ability to see things at close vision, in color and in focus
• Ability to work in tight/enclosed areas
• Ability for repetitive motions of wrist, hand, or fingers
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with heavier weight necessary at times

The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions and noise.

EEO

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee incumbent in this position. An employee will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.