Structured Cabling Technician

Installer/Technician – Telecommunications
Etters, PA

Company Description

Recently named a Top 50 Fastest growing companies for 2022 by Central Penn Business Journal, Merlin Communications is committed to be a leader in Pennsylvania’s telecommunications sector, with a full-service staff of Industry-trained technicians, electricians, and systems engineers. We make working safety a high priority with OSHA 10 and 30-hour staff, along with our active safety committee all the way to our onsite safety assessments.

We provide a variety of cutting technical services including Structured Cabling, Air-Blown Fiber/Fiber Optic Solutions, Surveillance Systems, VoIP/Cloud Based Services, Telecommunications Expense , Management/Audits, Industrial Networks, and Data Center Power.

We serve commercial & industrial enterprises, state agencies, small businesses, and more. From structured cabling, outside plant, data center, surveillance, access control, phone systems, paging, sound masking, DAS, and point to point wireless systems to your system design, UPS power protection and engineering needs. We participate in the state COSTARS and PEPPM programs.

We pride ourselves on giving great service to our customers and creating a positive family-oriented work environment for employees. Merlin Communications offers very competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package including health insurance and 401(k) retirement plan. If you are looking for a great career opportunity, enjoy challenges and want to play a key role in a growing company, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

We are seeking experienced Technicians (and apprentices who want to learn) to perform the planning and installation of the SCS (Structured Cabling System) and complete Copper and Fiber Optic cabling systems including terminations, splicing, maintenance, testing and troubleshooting.

This position requires a high degree of specialized expertise and skill in maintaining established standards of quality and accuracy. No experience is necessary for apprentice level positions.

We are interested all levels of experience and willing to train less experienced individuals to achieve various levels of BICSI certification.

Responsibilities will vary depending on training, skill set and experience

• Perform the planning and installation of the SCS (Structured Cabling System)
• Complete Copper and Fiber Optic cabling systems including terminations, splicing, maintenance, testing and troubleshooting.
• Operate and maintain a Certification Meter (Ideal Lantek or Fluke
• Network DSX), Power and Light Source Meter for testing multi‐mode and single‐mode, termination for copper and fiber installations
• Understand site drawings, translate them, site work layout, data rack layout, grounding and bonding of SCS systems and components
• Recognize potential problems and report to the Project Manager, ability to recognize and propose potential solutions
• Experienced Techs will supervise and mentor Apprentice Installer I, Installer II, and any other team member/crew

Qualifications

Qualifications can vary from apprentice level to experienced BICSI certified Technicians, but below is a list of some of the key qualifications.

• All applicants should have the following qualifications:
• Must be comfortable using modern technology including MS Office Suite
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Team player with the ability to work well with others and independently
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills
• Goal oriented, self-motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Must pass security clearances to work in schools, prisons and government facilities
• Flexibility to participate in On Call duties for lead technician
• Must be able to lift over 50 lbs., and meet the physical requirements such as safely climbing ladders, bending, stooping and maneuvering within confined spaces
• Experienced installers should have the following (or be willing to learn):
• Minimum of five (5) years field experience and successful completion of BICSI Installer I and II Copper and Fiber Training or industry equivalent
• Is qualified to perform the planning and installation of the SCS (Structured Cabling System)
• Possess skills to complete Copper and Fiber Optic cabling systems including terminations, splicing, maintenance, testing and troubleshooting.
• Ability to understand site drawings, translate them, site work layout, data rack layout, grounding and bonding of SCS systems and components.
• Ability to recognize potential problems and report to the Project Manager, ability to recognize and propose potential solutions.
• Ability to operate and maintain a Certification Meter (Ideal Lantek or Fluke Networks DSX), Power and Light Source Meter for testing multi‐mode and single‐mode, termination equipment for copper and fiber installations.
• Experience with supervision and mentoring of Apprentice Installer I, Installer II, and any other team

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 – $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Structured Cabling/Telephony: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road