Structured Cabling Technician

Winsupply is in the business of creating and enabling entrepreneurs to achieve their dreams through wholesale distribution. Winsupply is a group of over 670 locally-owned companies that operate across a variety of industries, including HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical and more. The purpose of the support services campus is to eliminate obstacles and provide support to help our entrepreneurs succeed. Support service employees assist entrepreneurs in achieving their dreams through finance, accounting, IT, and other back-office operations.

Job Description

Position Summary

Experienced Structured Cabling Technician to perform hands-on network cabling installations and related tasks. In this role, you will install, terminate, test, and troubleshoot copper and fiber optic cabling systems in a variety of environments. You will be working directly in the field performing physical installations, cable routing, terminations, testing, and equipment setup to ensure reliable network infrastructure for our customers. This role requires physical labor, attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities

• Perform site surveys and visual inspections to assess job requirements.
• Install structured cabling including copper (Cat5e, Cat6, Cat6a) and fiber optic cables.
• Route and secure cables using cable trays, ladder racks, J-hooks, bridle rings, and other supports.
• Install and build telecommunications closets: mount backboards, racks, patch panels, and fiber enclosures.
• Terminate and label copper and fiber cables, including UTP, STP-A, coaxial, and fiber connectors (ST/SC/LC).
• Perform firestopping, including coring walls and sealing penetrations to maintain building safety compliance.
• Test and certify copper and fiber optic installations using handheld testers, OTDR, light source, and power meters.
• Troubleshoot cabling issues including opens, shorts, miswires, and fiber faults.
• Remove abandoned cabling and complete system retrofits or upgrades as needed.
• Participate in relocation projects by disassembling, transporting, and reinstalling network equipment racks and devices.
• Assist with the installation of IT equipment including PCs, monitors, IP phones, mobile devices, routers, switches, wireless equipment, and printers.
• Conduct basic configuration and testing to ensure proper device functionality.
• Maintain accurate records, test results, and as-built documentation.
  

Qualifications

Minimum

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with structured cabling and low voltage installations.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with fiber optic installations and terminations.
• Familiarity with industry standards: ANSI/TIA/EIA-568, 569, 606, 607, and NEC electrical codes.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and network diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for copper and fiber networks.
• Comfortable using testing equipment: tone testers, multimeters, certification tools, OTDRs, etc.
• Good organizational skills with attention to detail in labeling, dressing, and documenting cabling work.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be willing and able to travel approximately 75% of the time

Work Environment

• Job sites include office buildings, industrial facilities, and construction areas.
• May be exposed to varying conditions including heat, cold, dust, noise, and airborne particles.
• Occasional work at heights or in confined spaces.

Additional Information

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb ladders or lifts.
• Must be able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds frequently and over 100 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, ceilings, crawl spaces, and outdoor environments.
• Use of hand tools, power tools, and installation equipment daily.
• Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) per safety regulations.

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