Network Technician I

Black Box Network Services, the global leader in communication system integration, is looking for Technician - Network with a proven track record in: • Racking and stacking of network devices • Cable patching • Physical layer troubleshooting • Equipment disposal activities • Installing and troubleshooting Cisco IP phones and Arista WAPs Candidate will need to be qualified in installing, testing and certifying structured and patch panel cabling in a data center environment. **Introduction:** Black Box Network Services, the global leader in communication system integration, is looking for a Network Infrastructure Technician with a proven track record in: - Working in a structured cabling environment. - Installing single and multi-mode optical cabling. - Inspecting and cleaning installed optical cabling. - Installing copper cable to IEEE and BICSI cabling standards. - Testing installed cables using a Fluke Versiv Mainframe. - Decommissioning obsolete networking cabling infrastructure. - Working with elevated and underfloor cabling trays. - Assist in troubleshooting network equipment and cabling. - This position will support facilities management, site security and project engagement with a commitment and desire to satisfy our customer by completing all work at the highest level, always striving for perfection. The candidate must be motivated and self-driven for success. **Position Details:** - Hourly position based upon experience & skill level - Tuesday - Saturday 3pm - 11pm - Location: Customer site - Phoenix, AZ - Client Addendum will need to be followed. Copy will be provided at the time of candidates offer. **Other Responsibilities Include:** - The patching cabling between network equipment and customer’s network. - The installation of power cables from equipment to power supply in rack/cabinet/closet. - The installation, troubleshooting and de-installing network equipment. - Install/swap out cables, switches routers and etc. - Complete all hard and complex Move, Add Change (MAC) requests within the defined service levels. - Provide infrastructure cabling break-fix services for network infrastructure. - Perform layer 1 troubleshooting - Support carrier testing of circuits. - Assist with facilities efforts. - Power and uninterruptable power supply (UPS) restoral. - Water problems. - Emergency cooling restoration. - Fire suppression exercises, restoration, and post fire events. - Act as an interface, as needed, between associates at the applicable location and centralized project / operations / MAC management. **Requirements:** - Requires appropriate equipment training with high-speed fiber optic transport. - The ability to clean high speed single and multi-mode optical connections. - The ability to measure, transmit and receive on high-speed optics. - The knowledge and experience to work safely with high-speed single mode long range optical lasers. - Experienced with Fluke Versiv Mainframe - Requires experience in working in a data centers and communications closets. - Must be able to safely lift heavy objects. - Must understand cable patching processes and procedures. - Proven success troubleshooting layer 1 network concerns - Must be willing to work shift work which includes nights and weekends. **Experience and Education:** - 2-5 yrs experience relevant experience, preferably at least 1 year in a data center environment - Must an in-depth knowledge of structured cabling - Knowledge of IEEE and BICSI cabling standards **Physical Requirements:** *Heavy Work:* May frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 50 pounds and/or occasionally exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 100 pounds. *Vision:* Requires the ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye. *Near Acuity:* Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less. *Midrange:* Clarity of vision at distances of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet. *Far Acuity*: Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. *Peripheral*: Ability to observe an…