Black Box · 1 day ago
Network Technician I
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expBlack Box Network Services is a leading provider in communication system integration, seeking a Network Technician I. The role involves installing, testing, and certifying structured and patch panel cabling in a data center environment, while supporting facilities management and project engagement.
Communications InfrastructureTelecommunications
Responsibilities
Candidate will need to be qualified in installing, testing and certifying structured and patch panel cabling in a data center environment
Working in a structured cabling environment
Installing single and multi-mode optical cabling
Inspecting and cleaning installed optical cabling
Installing copper cable to IEEE and BICSI cabling standards
Testing installed cables using a Fluke Versiv Mainframe
Decommissioning obsolete networking cabling infrastructure
Working with elevated and underfloor cabling trays
Assist in troubleshooting network equipment and cabling
This position will support facilities management, site security and project engagement with a commitment and desire to satisfy our customer by completing all work at the highest level, always striving for perfection. The candidate must be motivated and self-driven for success
The patching cabling between network equipment and customer’s network
The installation of power cables from equipment to power supply in rack/cabinet/closet
The installation, troubleshooting and de-installing network equipment
Install/swap out cables, switches routers and etc
Complete all hard and complex Move, Add Change (MAC) requests within the defined service levels
Provide infrastructure cabling break-fix services for network infrastructure
Perform layer 1 troubleshooting
Support carrier testing of circuits
Assist with facilities efforts
Power and uninterruptable power supply (UPS) restoral
Water problems
Emergency cooling restoration
Fire suppression exercises, restoration, and post fire events
Act as an interface, as needed, between associates at the applicable location and centralized project / operations / MAC management
Qualification
Required
Candidate will need to be qualified in installing, testing and certifying structured and patch panel cabling in a data center environment
Working in a structured cabling environment
Installing single and multi-mode optical cabling
Inspecting and cleaning installed optical cabling
Installing copper cable to IEEE and BICSI cabling standards
Testing installed cables using a Fluke Versiv Mainframe
Decommissioning obsolete networking cabling infrastructure
Working with elevated and underfloor cabling trays
Assist in troubleshooting network equipment and cabling
This position will support facilities management, site security and project engagement with a commitment and desire to satisfy our customer by completing all work at the highest level, always striving for perfection
The candidate must be motivated and self-driven for success
Requires appropriate equipment training with high-speed fiber optic transport
The ability to clean high speed single and multi-mode optical connections
The ability to measure, transmit and receive on high-speed optics
The knowledge and experience to work safely with high-speed single mode long range optical lasers
Experienced with Fluke Versiv Mainframe
Requires experience in working in a data centers and communications closets
Must be able to safely lift heavy objects
Must understand cable patching processes and procedures
Proven success troubleshooting layer 1 network concerns
Must be willing to work shift work which includes nights and weekends
2-5 yrs experience relevant experience, preferably at least 1 year in a data center environment
Must have an in-depth knowledge of structured cabling
Knowledge of IEEE and BICSI cabling standards
Heavy Work: May frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 50 pounds and/or occasionally exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 100 pounds
Vision: Requires the ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye
Near Acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less
Midrange: Clarity of vision at distances of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet
Far Acuity: Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more
Peripheral: Ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point
Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision. Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are
Ability to adjust focus: Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus
Color Vision: Ability to identify colors
Speaking/Hearing: Possesses the ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening skills
Motor Coordination: While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The incumbent is frequently required to stand; and walk. The incumbent is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend
Benefits
Comprehensive Total Rewards Program
Company
Black Box
Black Box is a global leader in digital infrastructure solutions, delivering network and system integration, managed services, and technology products to Fortune 100 and top global enterprises.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2000-06-26Acquired
Leadership Team
Sanjeev Verma
President & CEO
Barry Thorpe
Partner Account Manager
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