NAMC Texas - National Association of Minority Contractors

Cable Network Technician

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Job Description:

A Southeast Texas premier IT Security Integrator of Low Voltage system is looking for a capable network technician . Service Provider of CCTV, Data Security , Fire Alarm communications field services seeks an experienced telecommunications technician. You will spend the majority of your time covering the Greater? Houston, TX area providing installation services on multiple and various low voltage equipment.

CSU’s, DSU’s, Channel Banks, extensions, Routers, Hubs, Switches, T – 1, DS – 1, DS – 3, fiber, and wiring and cabling.

Candidates are required to be able to identify commonly used Cisco networking equipment, their functions, accessories, cables, and interfaces. Candidates must prove facility in the manipulation of the IOS, understanding of the Command Line Interface, and experience downloading configurations. To be considered for employment at CandCNET candidates must possess at least one of the three following certifications: Cisco Systems CCT (Routing and Switching), CCENT, or CCNA.

We expect all field technicians be computer literate (laptop) and demonstrate a “can – do” attitude and a willingness to adhere to Company policy and procedures. CandCNET is a service organization that requires technicians be amenable to call outs and travel.
CandCNET was built on a foundation of exemplary service towards our customers. If this level of commitment is not evident in your past production, please do not respond to this advertisement.
CandCNET offers competitive compensation for candidates who make the grade.
Neither sponsorship nor relocation are offered. CandCNET is a military friendly employer.

The successful candidates will possess 3+ years experience installing the following:

JOB DESCRIPTION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF DATA COMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN JOB
TITLE CONSISTS OF 13 MAIN POINTS:

Installs and repairs data communications lines and equipment for computer system, using hand tools and test instruments.
Reviews work orders to move, change, install, repair, or remove data communications equipment, such as modems, cables, and wires.
Reads technical manuals to learn correct settings for equipment.
Measures, cuts, and installs wires and cables.
Splices wires or cables, using hand tools or soldering iron.
Connects microcomputer or terminal to data communication lines, using hand tools and following diagrams and manuals.
Disassembles equipment and inspects and tests wiring to locate and repair problem.
Modifies equipment in accordance with user request .
Tests communication lines to ensure that specifications are met, using testing instruments such as voltmeter and data scope.
Enters commands into computer to test equipment.
Reads messages on computer screen to verify that data is being transmitted between locations according to specifications.
May plan layout and installation of data communications equipment.
May demonstrate use of equipment.

May 2013 Featured Members

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4 City Steel

Bob Gonzalez
www.4citysteel.com
281-930-9309

Brookstone

www.brookstone-tx.com
713-683-8800

C&CNET Assoc.

Cornell Johnson
www.candcworld.net
713-845-2535

CBIC

Esther Francis
www.cbic.net

Dominion Air & Heat

Heather Kelly
www.dominionairandheat.com
281-459-4400

DW Concrete Cons

David Wallin
www.gulfcoastlofts.com
713-201-8837

Ecung Construction

713-641-6362

Emerald Standard Services

www.emerald-standard.com
713-473-1000

Empire Acero

Terry Mansell
281-548-7377

Environ Ind. Services, Inc

Barry Esene
www.eisginc.com

Exec. Protection Security

Marcus Gordon
www.executiveprotectioncorp.com

Global Momentum Cons

Cornell Banks
281-988-4622

NTM Design

Monty Ortiz
www.ntmdesign.com
281-235-7219

Original DKC Ent, LLC

713-523-1202

Preferred Technologies

www.preferredtechnologies.com
281-442-0550

SIS Group LLC

Abel Sanchez
www.sisgroup.net
281-893-9660

The Sweep Doctor

Sonia
www.thesweepdoctor.com
281-929-3200

Turner Cons Co

George Key
www.turnerconstruction.com
713-840-8441

Washington & Son’s ACHS

Victor Washington
www.wsatx.com
713-660-8683

White Insurance @ Assoc

James White
www.jamesawhiteinsurance.com
713-780-1023

Xellent Services

Xavier Leal
www.xellentservices.com
281-345-0695

Construction Safety Templates

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As a small business owner, you may not have time to write an entire Safety Program
from scratch. CAS has put together a comprehensive template-based Safety Program
package that includes:

Safety Orientation Planning
Job Site Checklists
Inspection Procedures and Checklists
Job Safety Hazard Assessment/Template
Fall Protection Program
Much more….

Click here for more info
Contractor Alliance Solutions (713) 401-6239

UT Model Contractor Training

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The University of Texas partnered with NAMC to present the 2010 UT Model Contractor Development Training. This unique program conducted over a 3 week period served as a vital resource to provide NAMC contractors with information to grow their small business and become more efficient in a variety of areas.

Topics ranged Bonding, Insurance, Surety, Finance, Banking, Safety, Construction Accounting, and overall professional development.

We would like to thank our UT Partner for an outstanding pulling this training program together.

Stay tuned for more information for our 2011 Model Contractor Training

Featured Project – 4City Construction: Texas Woman University

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Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Program

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The State of Texas Disparity Study – 2009
In September 2008, our office retained MGT of America, an independent vendor, to determine if there is a compelling interest to continue a narrowly tailored HUB program, as required by the U.S. Supreme Court. The purpose of the study was twofold: to comprehensively review the state’s utilization of HUBs and to evaluate various options for program development.

In 1991 Texas instituted the HUB program to increase the opportunities available to businesses owned by minorities and women in the area of state procurement and contracting. In accordance with Title 34, Section 20.13 of the Texas Administrative Code, each state agency shall make a good faith effort to utilize HUBs in contracts for construction, services (including professional and consulting services) and commodities purchases. The Texas HUB program sets aspirational goals by procurement category and allows for HUB subcontracting plans for contracts above $100,000.

The 2009 Disparity Study examines the effect of remedial race- and gender-based efforts by Texas to redress ongoing influences of past discrimination in the marketplace. The findings are the basis for any rule revisions required of this agency by Chapter 2161, Government Code.
All state agencies, along with medical and health centers and institutions of higher education, were included in the study.

The participating state agencies and institutions of higher education were clustered into four groups:

State Agencies (148)
Universities (52)
Medical and Health Centers (9), and
the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)

This clustering strategy was adopted due to variation in size and volume of procurement activities by participating state agencies and institutions of higher education. Please see Appendix A for a complete list of all participating agencies and institutions of higher education.

The 2009 Texas Disparity Study confirms the need for the continuation of the Statewide HUB Program. This conclusion is based primarily on:

statistical disparities by race, ethnicity and gender classification in current HUB utilization, particularly in prime contracting
statistical disparities by race, ethnicity and gender classification in the private marketplace, particularly in the area of utilization of women- and minority- owned firms in commercial construction
statistical disparities in firm earnings by race, ethnicity and gender classification, even after controlling for capacity-related factors; and
anecdotal testimony of disparate treatment as presented by business owners in interviews, surveys, public hearings and focus groups.

In conducting the study and preparing recommendations, MGT followed a carefully designed work plan that allowed its study team members to fully analyze availability, utilization, and disparity with regard to HUB participation.

Surprise Partnership for Members Bring Contract Opportunities

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SECTION 3 PROGRAM IS A WIN FOR NAMC MEMBERS

NAMC is a consortium partner with the City of Houston’s Housing and Urban Development Department.

What does that mean for our members? CONTRACTS!

After a brief certification process (in as little at 3 days in some cases), our members have had opportunities from HVAC, general construction, painting, drywall and electrical to name a few. Additionally, a couple of members have been awarded Prime-contracting opportunities.

Millions of dollars have been awarded and millions more to come as this program works to ensure success for its partners and others in the area of housing.

Download the application at
http://www.houstontx.gov/housing/pdf/Section3Application.pdf

What is Section 3?

Section 3 is a provision of the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Act of 1968 that helps foster local economic development, neighborhood economic improvement, and individual self-sufficiency. The Section 3 program requires that recipients of certain HUD financial assistance, to the greatest extent feasible, provide job training, employment, and contracting opportunities for low- or very-low income residents in connection with projects and activities in their neighborhoods. Section 3 is a starting point for people with low- or very-low incomes to obtain job training, employment and contracting opportunities.

Who are Section 3 residents?

Section 3 residents are:

Houston Housing Authority public housing residents or
Persons who live in the City of Houston and who have a household income that falls below HUD’s area median family income limits.

Determining Income Levels

Low income is defined as 80% or below the area median family income for Houston.
Very low income is defined as 50% or below the area median family income for Houston

What is a Section 3 business concern?

A business that:

Is 51 percent or more owned by Section 3 residents;
Employs Section 3 residents for at least 30 percent of its full-time, permanent staff; or
Provides evidence of a commitment to subcontract to Section 3 business concerns, 25 percent or more of the dollar amount of the awarded contract.

What programs are covered?

Section 3 applies to HUD-funded Public and Indian Housing assistance for development, operating, and modernization expenditures.

Section 3 also applies to certain HUD-funded Housing and Community Development projects that complete housing rehabilitation, housing construction, and other public construction.

If you have any questions about Section 3, please contact Karen Franklin at (713) 868-8300:

NAMC History Video

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In the early 60′s, Ray Dones, owner of Dones Electric and Joe Debro, director of the Oakland Small Business Development Center, began discussing the experiences African-American contractors faced in their attempts to be recognized as viable businessmen in their industry. They started speaking around the community, quietly organizing other contractors who experienced the same problems. Using the resources available to them, they put together the first conference of the National Association of Minority Contractors (NAMC).

In July 1969, more than 300 minority contractors met in San Francisco to gather forces and discuss ways to help themselves enter the mainstream of the contruction industry. By the end of the meeting, the National Association of Minority Contractors was formed. Ray Dones was elected president and Joe Debro became executive director.

The goals of NAMC today remain the same: to educate ourselves, our workers and our communities; to maintain a voice in Washington relative to our needs; and to increase our market share in the construction industry.

Featured Project – Hallmark Group: Beaumont Stadium

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First Legislative Town Hall Meeting a Huge Success

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The NAMC Legislative Town Hall Meeting held on November 17 at, Houston Community College addressed the needs and concerns of minority contractors by creating a forum for sharing information, opportunities, and mutual support featured a panel discussion on issues important to NAMC, including the local, state, and federal budgets; redistricting; transportation; workforce and jobs; and contract opportunities in the construction industry.

To gain perspective on what to expect in 2011, we invited elected officials from various levels of government. The discussion was in-depth and covered all of the issues that are most important to NAMC.

This town hall meeting allowed NAMC to gain a reinforcement of their legislative values and a clear road map on how to move forward in addressing these important issues.

After careful consideration and examination of the input provided by our participants, our other elected officials, and the participants at the NAMC Legislative Town Hall Meeting, the Legislative Committee has adopted the following agenda for the 2011 legislative year:

Advocate and formulate legislation on the state and local levels that eliminates pass-through contracts or creates a system that punishes prime contractors that take part in this practice;
Develop on the local level a two-party check system as a means to ensure prompt and appropriate payments to subcontractors;
Develop on the local level rules barring future contracts to primes that fail to utilize firms that they include in their bid proposals, creating a level of accountability for those primes that abuse the current rules;
Advocate the development of an M/WBE Program for Fort Bend County; and
Engage the City of Houston regarding their plans to reorganize the Mayor’s Office of Affirmative Action and Contract Compliance.

The first step is to meet with our elected officials in all levels of government to build the kind of support necessary to advance the above agenda. We will approach all elected officials regardless of party affiliation to discuss these issues. We hope we can count on you for that continued support. It is incumbent upon NAMC to show leadership in the construction industry by working with all elected officials, peer contractor associations, and interested parties that represent the various factions of the construction industry.

It is NAMC’s intention to grow its legislative reach and be an advocate for contract opportunities and jobs for Historically Underutilized Business (HUB), Small Business Enterprise (SBE), Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE), and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) firms and professionals in the construction industry. This is NAMC’s mission and we will continue to build upon that mission.

In preparation for the upcoming 112th Congressional Session, the 82nd Texas Legislative Session, and the beginning of a new year for local governments, NAMC is committed to establishing strong ties with the local, state, and federal elected delegations in Southeast Texas as a means to support them on advancing issues that are important to NAMC.

We are also committed to holding a Legislative Town Hall Meeting annually and will continue to invite elected officials from both sides of the aisle to participate and engage in a healthy and substantive discussion of the issues important to NAMC.

Low Voltage Cabling Technicians

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MCA is seeking career-minded, highly motivated, technically skilled & customer focused individuals who want to be a part of a winning team.

Voice/Data Techs
Min. 6 months commercial experience pulling, terminating, testing, troubleshooting voice/data and fiber optic cabling systems.
Contact Gus

Security/ Access / Wireless Control Techs
Min. 6 months commercial experience installing structured wiring & devices for Security, Access Control and wireless DAS.
Security techs contact Anthony Yager: ayager@mcacom.com

Audio/Visual Techs
Min 6 months commercial experience installing audio-visual systems. Installation of projection systems, cabling and terminating video/audio systems, installing components such as wall plates, speakers, cameras and projection screens, ability to trouble-shoot basic audio, video, and control systems problems is a plus.
A/ V techs contact Ricky Cortez: ricky@mcacom.com

Entry Level Techs
We provide FREE entry level training for qualified candidates. Seeking individuals who are career-minded, mechanically inclined and have some experience in any other skill trade or construction industry.

Contact Gus:
All candidates will be required to pass a criminal background & drug test, have a valid drivers license & your own reliable transportation, be able to work full-time hours including OT as needed, be flexible to work in and around the Houston area.

Call or e-mail
glopez@mcacom.com

Gus Lopez
Mca Communications HR.
Cell: 281-615-7984
Off: 281-591-2434 X-110
Fax: 281-591-1243