Voice & Data Technician
Job Position: Voice & Data TechnicianLocation: Austin, TX 78758Pay Rate: $20.00-$28.00/hrDescription: TradeSTAR is actively hiring experienced Voice & Data Technicians for commercial low voltage projects throughout the College Station area. These opportunities are with established structured cabling and technology integration contractors supporting large-scale commercial construction, infrastructure upgrades, MDF/IDF buildouts, and network deployments.We are seeking highly technical professionals with experience in structured cabling installation, copper and fiber termination, pathway systems, network infrastructure, and low voltage systems integration. Positions are available for Helpers, Level I III Technicians, Lead Technicians, Foremen, and Project-Level specialists.Technical ResponsibilitiesInstall, route, support, and terminate structured cabling systems in commercial environmentsPull and dress high-volume copper and fiber optic cabling through conduit, cable tray, J-hooks, ladder rack, and underground pathwaysTerminate and test CAT6, CAT6A, and fiber optic cabling to TIA/EIA standardsInstall and terminate RJ45 keystone jacks, patch panels, surface mount boxes, and modular connectorsPerform fusion splicing, mechanical splicing, polishing, and testing of fiber optic systemsInstall backbone cabling between MDFs, IDFs, and telecommunications roomsRead and interpret blueprints, one-line diagrams, rack elevations, cable schedules, and floor plansBuild and dress network racks, cabinets, ladder tray, and cable management systemsPerform certification testing using Fluke DSX analyzers, OTDRs, power meters, and continuity testersTroubleshoot cable faults, pair reversals, attenuation issues, signal loss, and connectivity problemsLabel and document cabling systems according to project specifications and ANSI/TIA standardsSupport installation of wireless access points, security systems, AV systems, paging systems, and other integrated low voltage technologiesCoordinate with project managers, superintendents, and other trades to maintain project schedules and quality standardsTechnical Experience PreferredCAT6 and CAT6A structured cabling systemsFiber optic installation and testingMDF/IDF buildoutsBICSI installation standardsRack and stack infrastructureCable tray and conduit systemsFluke certification testingFusion splicing and OTDR testingCommercial new construction and retrofit environmentsPreferred QualificationsCommercial structured cabling experienceAbility to read construction drawings and telecommunications schematicsKnowledge of ANSI/TIA and BICSI standardsExperience with copper and fiber optic infrastructureStrong understanding of cable management and pathway systemsBICSI certification is a plusOSHA certification is a plusAbility to work independently or lead crews on active commercial projectsStrong troubleshooting and organizational skillsPositions AvailableVoice & Data HelperVoice & Data Technician Level IVoice & Data Technician Level IILead Low Voltage TechnicianStructured Cabling TechnicianFiber Optic TechnicianLow Voltage ForemanCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive weekly pay based on experience and certificationsMedical, dental, and vision insurance optionsLong-term commercial project opportunitiesCareer advancement and certification growth opportunitiesSteady work with established low voltage contractorsTradeSTAR Austin Office305 N. Heatherwilde Blvd., Suite 310Pflugerville, TX 78665512-345-7827Monday Friday | 8:00 AM 5:00 PM#AUS01