Senior Technician - Networking

You will play a crucial role in the design, installation, and maintenance of structured cabling systems for our clients. You will lead a team of technicians and oversee the planning and execution of cabling projects, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices. Your expertise in networking, structured cabling, along with your leadership abilities, will contribute to the successful delivery of high-quality solutions that meet our clients' requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities

Lead a team of networking technicians in the installation, termination, and testing of copper and fiber optic cabling systems

Collaborate with project managers and engineers to develop project plans and timelines.

Conduct site surveys and assess requirements for cabling projects

Document structured cabling systems based on industry standards and client specifications.

Install, terminate, and test copper and fiber optic cables, connectors, and related components

Troubleshoot and resolve issues with cabling systems, including signal quality, connectivity, and performance

Ensure compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and safety guidelines

Provide technical guidance and training to junior technicians

Maintain accurate documentation of cabling installations, including labeling, diagrams, and test results

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cabling systems with other network infrastructure components

Perform additional duties as required

Work at required heights utilizing ladders, scaffolding, lifts, or other.

Work in confined spaces as necessary.

Occasional night shift may be required

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of experience in networking, structured cabling installation and maintenance

Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and diagrams

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Familiarity with testing equipment and tools used in structured cabling

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Valid driver's license and ability to travel to client sites as required

Preferred Qualifications :

In-depth knowledge of industry standards and best practices for copper and fiber optic cabling systems

Experience leading and managing a team of cabling technicians

Relevant certifications (e.g., BICSI, CFOT, Specific Manufacturer training) are a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, climb, walk, sit, push, pull, squat, crawl, and stoop. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, and type on keyboard; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The use of power tools will be required to effectively perform this position. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over 1.8m.

Working Conditions

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

BENEFITS :

Colleagues and their families are covered by medical, dental, vision, company provided basic life insurance and AD&D and short-term disability, telemedicine & virtual counseling.  Voluntary insurances offered include life insurance and AD&D, short-term disability (buy-up option), long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance, and HSA & FSA accounts. Colleagues may also enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan.  Colleagues will also receive PTO (paid time off), sick leave, and 7 paid holidays.

PAY : $40.00ph - $52.00ph DOE

Company Info :

Paladin Technologies is a premier North American complex systems integrator for building technology solutions, including IP security, alarms & monitoring, audio visual, low-voltage infrastructure, and networking. As a leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of communication and digital networks, Paladin can meet the needs of clients on a national scale, while providing local support. Our team is the best in the industry, with manufacturer trained technicians, PMP-certified project managers, CTS- and RCDD-certified design engineers, coordinators, and administrative resources. Paladin has offices coast to coast across the United States and Canada, and nearly 1,700 talented and committed professionals dedicated to custom-crafting and installing technology solutions for clients requiring Integrated Security, Network Infrastructure, Audio Visual, Fiber Optics / OSP, Structured Cabling, and more. We are always at the forefront of the changing technology landscape, and through continued training, complex client projects, and company support, we provide our colleagues with exciting challenges and a rewarding career as Paladin continues to grow. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability & veterans, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email or call 1-855-296-3199 to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request. We thank you for your application, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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