Cable Infrastructure Technician I

Location: Onsite - Pryor Oklahoma, USA (Mays County)

Black Box is a trusted Integrated Technology Solutions provider delivering best-in-class services to our customers around the globe. Since our founding, Black Box has been driven by its passion for social responsibility to positively impact the communities where we live and work. Through dedication to performance, a high level of competence and inspiration to have shared ownership, our Teams understand the value they add and execute with responsibility, accountability and pride. The sustainment of our success is reinforced through a “By All Means” mindset to ensure customer success.

If you’re looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do and be their best.  Globally recognized as one of the largest Technology Solutions Integrators, you will have the unique benefit of being a part of an organization that is experiencing tremendous growth and success.  

Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned industry professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Black Box. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting, unique and high-profile projects across the globe. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, benefits, and more..

This Opportunity:

As a member of an onsite Field Team the Infrastructure Technician I will participate in the installation of Mission Critical Structured Cabling Systems in a Data Center environment. 

What You Will Do:

• Safety is our Priority. Follow Safe Work Practices that conform with the Company’s Safety Program and client worksite policies ensuring that every person on the team Stays Accident Free Every-day.
• Installation / decommissioning of critical cabling and network infrastructure in a Data Center environment.
• Exhibit high level of Safety and Quality on all work.
• Follow all Safety, Quality and Production standards, codes, and industry best practices.
• Reading, comprehending, and adhering to project design drawings and plans, specifications, manufacturer recommendations, and installation standards.
• Broad understanding of Structured Cabling System installation and commissioning.
• Proactively maintain work area organization and good housekeeping. 
• Organize materials, tools, and equipment, collect debris, and ensure hazardous conditions are promptly and appropriately addressed.
• Maintain compliance with respective customers’ Safety, Quality, security and site access policies and requirements.

Your Needs for Success:

• Ability to listen carefully and follow instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to be a proactive contributor to a Team. 
• Demonstrated aptitude for learning from other Team members.
• Able to distinguish color.
• Knowledge in the safe and appropriate use of basic hand tools both for the Telecom and Construction Industry alike.
• Exhibit the ability to work in a fast-changing environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Be a Solid and Reliable Team Player.  Report to assigned place of work on time, ready and fit.
• Ability to execute assigned project work with a High degree of attention to detail.
• Willingness to work days, nights and weekends as required.
• Be self-motivated, have integrity, and possess an excellent work ethic.
• Have a reliable source of daily transportation.
• Read, write, and understand English.

Education, Experience and Preferred Certifications:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• OSHA 10 preferred – must obtain within 90 days of hire.
• First Aid / CPR certificate within 90 days of hire.
• Zero to 1 year experience – Infrastructure Technician I
• 1-3 years’ experience – Infrastructure Technician II • 3-5 years’ experience – Infrastructure Technician III

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position will not have direct reports.

Work Location and Travel: 

On-site daily.  This position is generally expected to require minimal overnight travel (≈5%).  The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as may be required by Black Box.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The standard work environment for this position is indoors, however work outside is at times required. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to sit, use hands, stoop, kneel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The individual is frequently required to stand and walk. The individual must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  The individual may also be required to work from heights and in tight, confined spaces. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. When possible, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Note: This job description outlines the general nature of the responsibilities and duties executed by this position.  Other responsibilities and duties may be assigned as reasonably needed or required.

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