Telecommunications Lead Technician
Job description
- Install, repair, maintain, and upgrade all forms of CATV, Network, DAS, and Telecommunications infrastructure throughout JMU properties.
- Serve as main point of contact for customers and/or engineers and performs site surveys. Develop Scope of Work and estimate for material/labor costs.
- Meet project milestones as assigned within overall project timelines. Proactively identify problems or issues that could negatively impact assigned tasks and provides timely resolutions.
- Effectively direct the activities of subcontractors and other personnel as assigned by the Assistant Director of Telecommunications.
- Locate and mark underground telecommunications, CATV, and network cabling to prevent damages that might compromise systems or services.
- Working knowledge of telecommunications wiring. Advanced technical skills and knowledge of telecommunications industry and installation including voice, data and video structured cabling systems.
- Understanding of Telecom Color Code for copper and or fiber media.
- Demonstrable experience of commercial or residential installation of fiber optic, Category 5E, Category 6 and Category 6A cabling, terminating and testing.
- Outstanding troubleshooting skills with ability to efficiently work on numerous concurring projects/tasks and prioritize accordingly.
- Excellent customer service skills with effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to positively engage with JMU and non-JMU personnel.
- Ability to stand, kneel, squat, bend, and climb for long periods of time with the ability to lift 50+ pounds repetitively.
- Must be trustworthy and dependable
- Ability to safely work independently and as part of a team. Needs to be a team player with a “can-do” attitude.
- Must be able to follow directions and work with minimal supervision.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
Preferred:
- Ability to use basic hand and power tools such as drills, saws, levels, etc.
- Ability to learn how to work with all variations of video, voice and data infrastructure design, installation, practices, standards and equipment in both inside and outside facilities.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with ability to accurately complete documentation in a timely manner.
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