Department: Technology

Reports: Technology Project Manager

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: 1- Technology

No of Days: 226

 

Position Function/Purpose

Will be responsible for assisting Lead Cable Installer with installing and maintaining computer network, inter-active video, telecommunication, and fiber optic cabling and associated components and peripherals at campuses within the District.  Also, PC troubleshooting and hardware/software installations.

 

Major Responsibilities  

1. Responsible for the completion of all work orders and projects as assigned by the Technology Project Manager
2. Work with other departmental technicians on installation of wiring concerning networks and troubleshooting/configuring PCs.
3. Communicate with campus personnel on scheduling of work to provide for minimal classroom disturbance.
4. Report on status of assignments and projects to Technology Project manager and Director of Infrastructure and Data Operations.
5. Installation, mounting, and configuration of Televisions/Projectors/interactive boards/speaker systems, etc. into school facilities.
6. All other duties as assigned by Technology Project manager, IT Customer Service Coordinator, Network Administrator, or Executive Director of Technology.

Qualification Requirements

         Minimum Certification/Education:

         1.  High School Diploma or GED

         2.  Valid Texas Driver's License

 

         Special Knowledge/ Skills:

1. Knowledge of wiring techniques including the installation of conduit and fiber duct for cabling purposes.
2. Familiar with electrical code to provide for proper installation of network cabling in existing and new facilities.
3. Knowledge or experience with electronic trouble-shooting procedures in regards to verifying integrity of wiring.  Familiar with electronic test equipment i.e. VOM, tracers, etc.
4. Able to distinguish between various colors. 

        Minimum Experience:

1. Prior experience in electronic / network /telecommunications cable installation.
2. 2 years computer repair  and troubleshooting.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary.  while performing the duties of this job.

1. Heavy lifting and carrying, 45 lbs. on a regular basis and 100 lbs. on a limited basis
2. Reaching above shoulders
3. Use of fingers, arms and legs
4. Repeated bending
5. Heights up to 50 ft.
6. Working in small confined spaces  

Regular attendance required.

 

Equipment used

         1.  Standard hand tools

         2.  Power tools i.e. saws all, hammer drill, etc.

         3.  Conduit benders

         4.  Punch-down tools i.e. RJ-45 crimpers, etc.

         5.  MISD motor vehicles i.e. van, pickup, etc.

         6.  Power & manually operated personnel lift

         7.  Electronic test equipment, VOM, etc.

         8.  Ladders, platforms, scaffolds

         9.  Respirators and other safety equipment

 

Work Environment

The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

1. Outside and inside
2. Excessive dampness or chilling, or heat
3. Noise, fumes, dust and dirt
4. Solvents and chemicals
5. Electrical energy
6. Working around machinery with moving parts
7. Working from ladders, tight confined spaces i.e. attics, crawl spaces and equipment tunnels

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities.  Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.