The Lead Telecommunications Equipment Installer is responsible for the installation and maintenance of telecommunication equipment for a variety of carriers. This includes fiber, transport equipment and all critical infrastructures within a central office. This lead role will provide high-quality service in customer technical spaces including data centers, mobile telephone switch centers, central office wire centers, and designated enterprise spaces.

This job will include work on weekends, holidays, standby and unscheduled hours, and overtime. We have opportunities in many markets across the country and travel requirements depend upon geography and assignment. We are also looking for individuals that are willing to travel consistently to our critical markets.

What You’ll Do:

• Physically place, remove, or modify working and non-working equipment including the following:

o Cable trays and/or racking

o Data equipment cabinets and frames, data servers, switches, routers, repeaters, bridges, gateways, multiplexers, transceivers, firewalls

o BDFBs and fuse panels

• Identify, label, measure, terminate and physically route the cables that supply AC and/or DC power or transmit data in various technical spaces.
• Conduct testing and document performance characteristics of hardware and software; determine efficiency, reliability, and compatibility with existing system.
• Perform test and turn-up along as well as other integration activities.
• Resolve equipment and technical issues as they arise.
• Read, analyze, and interpret detailed specifications and drawings, blueprints, schematics, and method of procedures (MOPs)
• Perform quality validation on in-process and completed work.
• Complete operations paperwork (e.g., expense reports, timesheets, job documentation, etc.) including daily job status reports as requested.
• May oversee the work of less experienced installers; assume responsibility for the successful completion of installation projects.
• Act as a customer contact; interface with customers and local supervisors regarding project status
• Interact with all members of the organization including Installation, Engineering, Project Management

What You’ve Done or Skills You Possess:

• High school diploma or equivalent required, technical or college degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years of central office equipment installation experience
• Clear understanding of AT&T, Telcordia, and/or Verizon Quality Standards
• Knowledge and experience with transport equipment including Ciena, Fujitsu, Cisco, Calix, Adtran, Nortel, Nokia, etc.
• Background in fiber optic cable and AC/DC power installation and testing practices
• Proficient use of Microsoft programs, IOS and/or Android applications
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and documentation.
• Good mechanical aptitude including usage of basic power tools.
• Strong organization as well as verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills; ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Exhibit personal power and leadership
• Exhibit self-awareness
• Exhibit a tendency for continuing education and self-improvement
• Exhibit enthusiasm and determination
• Exhibit industry awareness
• Exhibit exceptional organizational skills
• Exhibit the ability to live the KGPCo Values
• Willing to travel
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and proof of insurance are required
• Must have reliable transportation and the ability to transport minor job-related tools and equipment to work locations

KGPCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

How to attend

When you arrive at the Holiday Inn, follow signs for the KGP Services hiring event which will be held in the Holiday Inn meeting room.

What to prepare

• Share your Resume when you VIRTUALLY sign up to interview

Preferred dress code

Casual (come as you are, but please be presentable)

What is a hiring event?

Think of it like a job fair, but for one company and more personal. Hiring events are a great way for employers to fill multiple roles quickly. Hiring is a human process, and they would like to meet you to see if you’re a fit!