Telecommunications Technician Electrician

Company: Cummings Electrical
Location: Longview
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

Overview
Cummings Electrical, a leading provider of electrical contracting services in Tyler, is currently seeking a Telecommunications Technician Electrician.
Responsibilities

Installing, troubleshooting and repairing complex networking systems
Ability to troubleshoot and correct telecommunications systems for: Reversals, opens, shorts, split pairs, and transposals (with reversal)
Experience with fiber optics, patch panel and terminations
Proficient in the installation, testing, troubleshooting & documentation of various types of telecom related cabling
Knowledge of cabling subsystems in a commercial environment to include: Entrance facility, Backbone cabling, horizontal cabling, telecommunications room, equipment room, and work area
Ability to read blueprints and to properly evaluate job cost including materials and labor
Ability to troubleshoot diagnose and repair issues with fiber optic systems to include: problems with attenuation, continuity, dB loss, connectors, splices, and strength of source signal
Ability to terminate fiber optic systems by means of mechanical or fusion splicing and obtaining proper attenuation values for each termination
Ability to create fiber optic loss budgets to ensure proper attenuation
Knowledge fiber optic pulling and placement with tools such as tapes, fish and rods, and de-reelers
Ability to use all tools associated in field including cable cutters, strippers, crimpers, toner and tester, signal level meters, volt-ohm meter, receptacle testers, punch-down tool, polishing pads for fiber optic, ladders, scaffolding
Treat client with highest degree of respect and work to develop a partnership environment
Utilizes proper safety precautions related to all work performed
Required to operate a company vehicle, and will be responsible for operating it in an appropriate manner
Other duties as assigned

Basic Job Requirements

This position requires a High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Min. 5 years' experience in telecommunication systems installation and repair
Strong oral and written communication skills
Valid Texas Driver's License with a Clean Driving Record
Ability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle as evidenced by past driving performance record
Ability to work independently, and attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
General working knowledge of business computer skills. MS Word, typing skills, laptop computer and Apple devices such as iPhone and iPad
Qualifications

This position requires a High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
BICSI certification or manufacturer certification is a plus
TX Electrical License is a plus
Must be able to pass a Federal Background Check

All applicants will be subject to background check and drug screen.
Compensation commensurate with experience.
Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision and 401 (k).PI154010805

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