Senior Structured Cable Technician - NB

Verge Technologies has grown into a premier contractor and integrator for businesses and government departments across the Maritime provinces for commercial-based Communications Cabling, Security & Life Safety and Pro Audio-Visual systems. We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Structured Cabling Technician to join our team in New Brunswick. Our team is made up of like-minded individuals eager to change the way we think about providing technology services to our customers. If you are looking to work in an environment where you can put your stamp on ideas, have a close relationship with leadership and showcase your creativity then we welcome you to apply at Verge. This is a full-time permanent position.

Sample of the Systems Worked On

  • Horizontal & vertical copper cabling

  • Fibre optics (Multimode & Single Mode)

  • Fibre splicing & mechanical connections

  • Pathway installations (J-hooks, etc)

  • Headend racking, cable management, terminations, testing & certifying

  • Low-voltage cabling to support security, AV and other building systems

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead project installations; manage project team members, project schedule, customer expectations and be accountable for the end project

  • Maintain cable systems by installing, repairing, programming, and upgrading cable infrastructure

  • Run new cabling in new or existing buildings

  • Responsible for the termination and testing of new cabling

  • Perform major and minor preventive maintenance and repairs by troubleshooting cabling system issues

  • Set up new telecommunications frames

  • Assist co-workers with installation and routine maintenance of structured cabling systems

  • Installation of equipment and associated wiring

  • Complete project documentation; test results, as-builts, O&M manuals, etc. Basic computer skills required.

  • Interpretation of drawings and specifications including architectural, electrical, elevations, and schematic drawings

  • Communicate with the customers about the system specifications and functions

  • Complete all daily, weekly and monthly paperwork as required

  • Attend service calls to troubleshoot systems for customers – diagnosis of problems and implementation of solutions

  • Understand, adhere to, and promote environmental health & safety practices

  • Outgoing, professional and friendly personality with the ability to liaise with customers, conduct site surveys and do basic estimating for time and materials jobs

  • Highly organized and self-motivated, requiring very little supervision

  • Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination

 Experience Required

  • 5+ year’ experience in the structured cabling business, CCS or Journeyman Cabling Technician Accreditation considered an asset

  • Supervisory or team lead experience including both people and project management experience

  • Familiar with commercial, enterprise, government and industrial communications and low voltage cabling infrastructure

  • Ability to test, analyze, troubleshoot and resolve complex issues

  • Ability to manage workload and to ensure that jobs are completed on time and on budget

  • Preference will be given to those who have experience with the following Manufacturers:

    • Panduit

    • Belden

    • Corning

 

Additional Requirements

  • Valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract

  • Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or on emergency call outs as required

  • Willingness to travel

  • A valid criminal record check

Compensation and Benefits: 

  • Competitive compensation based on experience and skill level

  • 50% employer paid comprehensive group benefits (health, dental, vision, insurance)

  • Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

  • Paid travel and accommodation, including meal allowances as required

  • Group Savings Plan (RRSP) with Company Matching (DPSP)

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