Data Technician

Position Summary:

Work involves installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical/electronic components of industrial machinery and equipment. The National Electrical Code and all other applicable standards and specifications are followed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate safe work habits, comply with company safety requirements
• Understand the Industry and the Standards involved
• Install and terminate CAT* cable
• Install and terminate fiber optic cable
• Conduct Service Calls and oversee Projects as needed/necessary
• Test both copper and fiber cables
• Read blueprints – apply specifications
• Feel comfortable with Microsoft Office computer platforms
• BICSI Certified a plus

Self driven – able to work with limited supervision

• Moves/handles various equipment and spools of wire
• Proper care for material, tools and equipment
• Assist electricians by performing various tasks
• Operates power tools such as drills, saws, pullers, tuggers, etc
• Requires knowledge of process, procedures, and methods
• Requires the use of common courtesy in everyday contacts with employees, clients, and the general public
• Required to carry a pager or cell phone and be on-call when necessary
• Night/weekend work as required
• Work as required in varying weather climates
• The ability to travel out of town and stay overnight as required
• Teach, train, and guide electrical apprentices working under licensed Journeyworkers

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to physically lift up to and in excess of 75 pounds
• Must be able to climb ladders and steep stairs, crawling, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, sitting, reaching, pushing and pulling objects
• Repetitive use of arms, hands and fingers
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment
• Ability to work at elevated heights on ladders and/or scaffolds
• Specific vision abilities required
• Must be able to physically work up to ten to twelve hour days
• Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job

Education/Experience:

Associate’s degree (A. A) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or one or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.