Data / Low Voltage Technician

San Antonio, Texas
Mereo Fiber
Data / Low Voltage Technician

Job Summary:

This position acts as a field representative for our company during construction and service of multi-dwelling unit properties. The role will participate in field operations for their assigned projects including, but not limited to, installation of preconfigured network devices, installation of structured cabling (copper & fiber), and installation of low voltage systems (access control, camera surveillance, guest entry, IoT/smart home, audio & video).

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist project resources (internal & subcontractors) to successful project scope completion.
• Installation, verification & quality control of networking and low voltage scopes of work.
• Schedule project resources to meet construction schedules.
• Assist in maintaining material levels on job sites by keeping Install Manager informed.
• Assist in maintaining project budgets by keeping Install Manager informed.
• Communicate scope changes and risks to occupancy dates to internal and external resources, as required.
• Installation of structured cabling, including but not limited to cat5e/cat6 data cabling, Fiber optic cabling and other low voltage system cabling (audio, video, access control, etc.)
• Termination and testing of structured cabling.
• Installation of network devices, and low voltage system devices (network switches, wireless access points, cameras, access control readers)
• Basic configuration, programming, and troubleshooting of low voltage systems.
• Maintain and enforce a safe working environment.
• Willingness to work in all types of conditions and climates.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate a keen sense of initiative and urgency.
• Ensure project deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player. Ability to work well with all levels in the organization.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to learn and demonstrate knowledge of other technologies.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required. College preferred.
• 3+ year’s knowledge and experience with networking, cabling, and one or more low voltage systems preferred.
• Construction field and networking experience preferred.
• Awareness of basic networking and Wi-Fi technology is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of Low Voltage/data Industry standards for testing and troubleshooting.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Physical Requirements:

• Up to 50% – 60% travel to out of state job sites.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

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