Mereo Fiber

Data / Low Voltage Technician

Des Plaines, IL, USPosted 4 months ago

Job Description

Job Summary

This position acts as a field representative for our company during construction and service of multi-dwelling unit properties. The role will participate in field operations for their assigned projects including, but not limited to, installation of preconfigured network devices, installation of structured cabling (copper & fiber), and installation of low voltage systems (access control, camera surveillance, guest entry, IoT/smart home, audio & video). Duties/Responsibilities: * Assist project resources (internal & subcontractors) to successful project scope completion. * Installation, verification & quality control of networking and low voltage scopes of work. * Schedule project resources to meet construction schedules. * Assist in maintaining material levels on job sites by keeping Install Manager informed. * Assist in maintaining project budgets by keeping Install Manager informed. * Communicate scope changes and risks to occupancy dates to internal and external resources, as required. * Installation of structured cabling, including but not limited to cat5e/cat6 data cabling, Fiber optic cabling and other low voltage system cabling (audio, video, access control, etc.) * Termination and testing of structured cabling. * Installation of network devices, and low voltage system devices (network switches, wireless access points, cameras, access control readers) * Basic configuration, programming, and troubleshooting of low voltage systems. * Maintain and enforce a safe working environment. * Willingness to work in all types of conditions and climates.

Required Skills/Abilities

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. * Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. * Demonstrate a keen sense of initiative and urgency. * Ensure project deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment. * Team player. Ability to work well with all levels in the organization. * Strong problem-solving skills. * Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. * Ability to learn and demonstrate knowledge of other technologies.

Education and Experience

* High School Diploma or GED required. College preferred. * 3+ year’s knowledge and experience with networking, cabling, and one or more low voltage systems preferred. * Construction field and networking experience preferred. * Awareness of basic networking and Wi-Fi technology is strongly preferred. * Knowledge and understanding of Low Voltage/data Industry standards for testing and troubleshooting. * Valid Driver’s License.

Physical Requirements

* Up to 50% - 60% travel to out of state job sites. * Ability to lift 50 lbs.

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