RIGHTECH is a leading nationwide provider of contract staffing, consulting, and outsourced staffing services for the Telecommunications Industry. We currently have a open-ended assignment for Wiring Technician in Philadelphia, PA (Must be flexible to travel nationwide) beginning ASAP. If you have the skills and experience for this job as described below, please submit your resume for immediate review.
Job Description: The leads will run/instruct the crews and must have the same experience as the Wiring Technicians
Under direct supervision and will rack electronic equipment in cabinets. Responsible (but not limited to) the installation/wiring of multiple Headend/Hub network devices such as Satellite receivers, Demodulators, EAS, Ad Insertion, Modulators, RF combining, Optical Transmitters/Receivers and Power/Fuse panels. Able to organize, square bundle and terminate coax wiring utilizing tie wrap and/or lace methods. Put connectors on coax cables and audio wires. Label wires as needed. May provide help for outside plant activities such as mounting equipment on the side of house or putting connectors on cables. The position will also perform unskilled task, handling, loading, unloading and other tasks as needed to complete a project. These tasks will be done at both the company facility and the customers’ site. Set of tools are necessary to perform job.
Major duties to be performed:
· Rack and install headend equipment
· Install and neatly dress all associated wiring
· Connectorize and terminate coaxial and audio wires
· Perform other functions as outlined by the Lead Technician, Project Manager and Projects Director
· Extensive travel required
· Maintain and submit all documentation (expense reports, timesheets, etc.) in a timely manner
· Perform material handle tasks
Required Skills, Education and Experience:
· CATV or DBS installations
· Telephone wiring
· Minimum 6 months CATV wiring experience
· High School diploma or equivalent
· Valid Drivers License
· Able to lift 50 lbs.
· Good driving record
· Must provide own required tools
· Organized, self-motivated, ability to problem solve
· Attention to details
· Able to travel extensively
RJ6 Connectors and RJ6 Coax experience OR experience working in a Headend
Preferred Skills, Education and Experience:
· Associate degree in electronics
· Basic computer skills