Network/Structured Cabling Technician at Ares Staffing

We are looking for Network Cabling Specialists to install and maintain communication distribution systems and/or other signals. These systems comprise the physical architecture that supports voice, video, and data transmission within industrial, commercial and institutional complexes.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and verify work orders, specifications, drawings, schematics and special requirements.
• Perform site inspections.
• Assemble and set up all tools, materials and equipment.
• Create cable pathways and install cable supports.
• Install, fish, dress, cross connect and terminate Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP), co-axial and fibre optic cables.
• Install WiFi networks.
• Test, review and troubleshoot installed systems.
• Knowledge of basic computer systems
• Familiarity with retail environment and POS systems
• Familiarity with network equipment (routers, switches, desktops, printers, etc.)
• Liaise with customers, store managers and employees to explain, coordinate and schedule installations.
• Provide work log and reports.

Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience with commercial or industrial network/structured cabling (cat 5/6)
• Able to read and interpret work orders and blue prints
• Experienced with and comfortable working at heights using lifts
• Basic knowledge and understanding of IT hardware (servers, routers, switches, access points, etc.)
• Good communication skills
• Able and willing to work shifts including nights
• Able and willing to travel province-wide
• Must have access to a vehicle in good working condition to be used daily for company business.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s Licence and clean Driver’s Abstract and be able to provide updated Driver’s abstract
• To accomplish your responsibilities, you are required to bring and use your own tools (with the exception of testing equipment)