IT Low Voltage Technician ($62,568 - $93,583) Annually DOE

This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing low voltage wiring, equipment, and fixtures specifically for IT infrastructure, including network cabling, surveillance cameras and cabling, data centers, and other IT-related systems.

This list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position.

• Examine IT systems to locate problems, such as loose connections or broken insulation in network cables.
• Test and troubleshoot network cables, fiber optic cables, UPS batteries, and other IT hardware to ensure proper functioning and diagnose malfunctions.
• Install and mount network equipment, video cameras, audio/video equipment, and attach network cabling to connect components.
• Install, maintain, and repair network cabling systems, following blueprints of electrical layouts and building plans tailored for IT infrastructure, and update blueprints and building plans to reflect all changes made.
• Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls to reach network outlets; then position and terminate cables, wires, and strapping.
• Inspect installation sites and study work orders, building plans, and installation manuals to determine materials requirements and installation procedures for IT systems.
• Test and repair IT circuits and sensors, following wiring and system specifications.
• Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, or floors as needed to install IT systems.
• Inform IT staff regarding cabling installations and explain details, such as location, troubleshooting, and maintenance procedures.
• Provide the IT department with cost estimates for equipment and cabling installation.
• Work with outside low voltage electrical contractors to define the parameters of work being done by the contractor on larger jobs, and secure documents such as quotes, as built plans, invoices, and warranties.
• Order replacement parts and manage inventory for IT infrastructure maintenance.
• Keep informed of new products and developments in IT and network technologies.
• Mount raceways and conduits and fasten wires to wood framing, using staplers.
• Because of the Tribe’s commitment to community service and the well-being of its members, each employee may be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time. Such duties may or may not be related to their regular responsibilities.
  
  
  

Required

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) years’ experience running low voltage cable.
  
  
  

Preferred

• Washington State EL01 or EL06 electrical license
  
  
  

SKILLS/ABILITIES

Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

KNOWLEDGE

Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, electronic equipment, electronic and electrical test equipment, computer networking hardware, and software applications appropriate for the position.

Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

Building and Construction — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.

The working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this class. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is subject to inclement weather conditions. The employee frequently works in high, precarious places. The employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

A current and valid Washington State driver’s license; a Washington State EL01 or EL06 electrical license.