Unified Communication Technician I

Black Box; New Jersey; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Box is seeking a UC technician to install, program and troubleshoot unified communications systems across Premise, Hosted, and Cloud environments. You will handle tasks from site installs to MACs, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to SLAs.

Strong communication and blueprint-reading skills are essential for successful daily scheduling. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in UC, relevant certifications, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certification in a technology services discipline or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2+ years’ experience with Unified Communications (UC) systems.
• Industry certifications preferred (Cisco CCNA Voice/Network, Microsoft MCSE, Avaya ACIS/ACSS/ACSE).
• Proven ability to install, service, program, test and troubleshoot UC systems.
• Strong customer service orientation with clear communication and diplomacy.
• Able to read blueprints and electrical/mechanical documents, with safety awareness.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Install and program UC platforms including Chat, Presence, Voice, Mobility, Audio, Video.
• Troubleshoot UC product platforms across Premise, Hosted and Cloud deployments.
• Complete MAC work orders and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ensure front-line customer satisfaction and professional client interaction.
• Receive and prioritize jobs/work orders daily within territory.
• Coordinate with North American Commercial Services team to complete projects.
• Document time reporting, work order progress and billing-related data.
• Inform management about procedures/status for decision making and OSHA compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Diagnostics

Problem solving

Reading blueprints

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree

UC certifications

Job description

Job Description

Deliver unified communications (UC) solutions to support existing and future platform, product and service functionality and multi-platform integration at client locations. Perform day-to-day installation, service, programming, testing and troubleshooting of UC systems which include Premise Based; Hosted and Cloud Solutions. (Ex. Cisco, Microsoft, Avaya, NEC, Mitel, Shortel, Unify, etc.)

Job Description

Deliver unified communications (UC) solutions to support existing and future platform, product and service functionality and multi-platform integration at client locations. Perform day-to-day installation, service, programming, testing and troubleshooting of UC systems which include Premise, Hosted and Cloud Solutions. (Ex. Cisco, Microsoft, Avaya, NEC, Mitel, Shortel, Unify, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Install and program UC platforms which may include some or all of the following functionality: Chat; Presence; Voice; Mobility; Audio; Web; Video; Desktop Sharing; Call Control; Speech Recognition; Unified Messaging; Email; Digital Signage etc.
• Employ appropriate troubleshooting techniques for UC product platform of Premise, Hosted and Cloud point-to-point as well as point to co-location network applications.
• Complete work orders for moves, adds, changes (MAC) and deletions, on company supported product lines.
• Ensure front-line customer satisfaction by dealing professionally and effectively with all internal and external customers/clients.
• Receive, plan and prioritize jobs/work orders via centralized resource management in his/ her territory on a daily basis.
• Coordinate with other Team Members within North American Commercial Services (NACS) Operations for the purpose of completing projects/work orders efficiently.
• Complete required documentation in a variety of written and electronic formats according to company standards such as time reporting for billing & payroll, work order progress & completion, time and materials for client SLAs, etc.
• Inform operations management regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing necessary information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with OSHA regulations.
• Request equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of required items, as required.
• Respond to emergency situations during or after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate client concerns and meet SLAs.
• Transport a variety of items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at client site.
• Attend meetings, workshops, training, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Achieve performance targets established by leadership for applicable Key Performance Indicators.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Associate degree or Certification in a technology services/technical discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 2+ years’ experience with Unified Communications (UC) systems; Smarthands.
• Industry and manufacturer specific certifications preferred (examples: Cisco CCNA Voice/Network Certified, Microsoft MCSE, Avaya Certified Implementation/Support Specialist/Expert (ACIS/ACSS or ACSE).
• Proven ability to install, service, program, test and troubleshoot UC systems.
• Strong customer/client service orientation with effective communication and interpersonal skills, including tact and diplomacy.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to read blueprints, architectural, mechanical, and electrical documents.
• Familiarity of PBX and other Legacy Voice products.
• Proven skills in reliability and dependability demonstrated through completing tasks on time and with minimal supervision, punctual and present for work, informing appropriate individuals when work will not be completed in agreed upon time frame.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to safely drive company vehicles.

Physical Requirements

• Heavy Work: May frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 50 pounds and/or occasionally exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 100 pounds.
• Vision: Requires the ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye.
• Near Acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
• Midrange: Clarity of vision at distances of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet.
• Far Acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
• Peripheral: Ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point.
• Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are.
• Ability to adjust focus: Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.
• Color Vision: Ability to identify colors.
• Speaking/Hearing: Possesses the ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening skills.
• Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The incumbent is frequently required to stand; and walk. The incumbent is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend.