Field Technician - Structured Cabling
On-siteMelbourne, Florida, United States
Melbourne, Florida, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeStartup
Full TimeStartup
Job Summary
Pull, route, support, dress, label, and terminate Cat6, Cat6A, and fiber optic cabling while installing patch panels, jacks, racks, and cable tray hardware. Perform basic copper testing, assist with certification, and update test records and as-built markups following drawings and labeling plans. Use tools and test equipment safely, maintain a clean work area, and communicate progress and material needs to the lead installer. Travel throughout Brevard County and the greater Orlando area for field projects requiring occasional early starts, overtime, or weekend work.
Required Qualifications
- About 1-3 years of structured cabling, low-voltage, telecommunications, or similar field experience
- Hands-on experience pulling, dressing, labeling, and terminating copper cabling
- Basic knowledge of Cat6/Cat6A, patch panels, keystone jacks, racks, J-hooks, and cable tray
- Ability to read basic floor plans, cable schedules, labels, and written instructions
- A safety-first mindset, attention to detail, and pride in clean workmanship
- Good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a crew
- Comfort using a mobile device and apps such as Teams or Outlook for field communication
- A valid Florida driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation
- Ability to pass background checks required for government and other controlled-access sites
- Flexibility for occasional early starts, overtime, evenings, or weekend work when projects require it
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds and safely move ladders, tools, and materials
- Climb ladders, use lifts, work above ceilings, bend, kneel, crouch, and stand for extended periods
- Work in active construction environments that may include dust, noise, heat, and unfinished spaces
Desired Qualifications
- BICSI Installer 1 or progress toward a BICSI credential
- Experience with Cat6A, fiber optic cabling, Fluke testing equipment, or commercial telecom rooms
- OSHA 10, lift certification, or other current safety training
- Experience on commercial, healthcare, education, government, or DoD projects
- Exposure to access control, video surveillance, audio/video, or public safety DAS systems
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