Lead Low Voltage Technician

Core Duties & Responsibilities:

• Safety is our number one Core Value. Follow safe work practices and company and client worksite policies.
• Installation of structured cabling systems including all aspects of the installation process. 1) Reads and interprets all floorplans, drawings, specifications, and cut sheets. 2) Properly sets up a variety of copper and fiber testers.3) Performs system testing and troubleshooting as required. 4)Terminates, labels, tests and troubleshoots optical fiber and copper installations.
• Proactively lead teams of 3-5 Technicians and Installers to complete project tasks.
• Adequately train Technicians and Installers to complete all the tasks and responsibilities of their positions.
• Assist in developing Technicians to complete all the tasks and responsibilities of a Lead Technician.
• Proactively oversee and lead jobsite organization and basic housekeeping maintenance.
• Maintain professional appearance and demeanor in both internal and customer relations.
• Excel in technical tasks such as testing and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, etc.).
• Exhibit and maintain professional appearance and behavior.
• Travel: This position is generally expected to require minimal overnight travel (5%) in certain regions, could require frequent (50%+) overnight and extended out-of-town travel in others. The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2 Optics.
• Additional Responsibilities: As identified and assigned.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required
• OSHA 30 within first 2 weeks in role.
• BICSI Installer 2 Copper preferred.
• BICSI Installer 2 Fiber preferred.
• BICSI Certified Technician. Must be earned within 12 months in role.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 - 5 years work experience in Structured Cabling or related industry/construction experience.
• Read, write and understand English.
• Able to distinguish color codes.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to understand and effectively explain every aspect of the structured cabling system including pathways, spaces, horizontal cabling, backbone copper, backbone fiber optic, cross and inter-connections, and testing. This includes understanding applicable codes, standards, and industry-best practices and the ability to differentiate between them and make recommendations.
• Ability to choose the correct tool and methodology for a given task for themselves and can help other team members do the same.
• Ability to listen carefully to and follow instructions.
• Demonstrated aptitude for learning from senior team members.
• Exhibit a positive attitude.
• Solid team player.
• High attention to detail with demonstrated ability to source and follow standards.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work days, nights and weekends as project requires.
• Demonstrated ability to be proactive, exercise efficient time management at the jobsite.
• Demonstrate accountability for safety, quality, and productivity.
• Self-motivated with excellent work ethic.
• Motivate team to work effectively in versatile work environments.