Implementation Technician (Vancouver)

IMPLEMENTATION TECHNICIANRole: Responsible for the installation and maintenance of communications hardware and networks in retail environments. These networks are comprised of data, POS and PC systems in commercial spaces.Responsibilities and Duties:Interpret and manage work orders, drawings and specificationsPerform site inspectionsAssemble and set up all tools, materials and equipmentTest computers peripherals, hardware and software to ensure that they are working appropriately.Install network and peripheral hardware (servers, switches, RF, POS, wireless, printers)Test, review and troubleshooting of installed systemsTravel to customer sites across assigned geographic work areas to perform the workPerform work on both day/night shifts.Install cable supports (if required)Install, fish, dress, cross connect and terminate Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP), co-axial and fibre optic cable (if required)Provide work log and reportsLiaise with customers, store managers, and employees to explain, coordinate and schedule hardware installations.Occupational Requirements:Technical Requirements:Network/POS/PC experience preferredWorking experience with retail communications networks, POS and PC systems an assetExperience in installing various types of network infrastructure equipment (switches, routers, servers, DSL modems, wireless switches and access points, cameras, security systems, network addressing)Experience in troubleshooting cabling, hardware and network related issues in the fieldAble to operate hand and power toolsProficient computer skills and solid knowledge of computer networkingMust possess a valid and unexpired Class G driver's license, and the ability to produce a clean driver's abstract upon hire and periodically throughout employmentMust have valid and current Fall Protection/Working at Heights (Ontario ) and Elevated Work Platform certificationMust have own vehicle and be able to drive to and from jobs independentlyMust have knowledge of basic computer skills and be able to demonstrate good writing skills.Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and Outlook very helpful.Personal Requirements:Ability and willingness to perform revolving day/night shifts, weekends/on-call, call-backs and overtimeStrong verbal, written and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and/or in a teamAbility and willingness to perform extensive travel throughout assigned geographic region (possibly across Canada)