OSP Installation Technician

OSP Installation Technician

The Installation Technician works both in and outside our customer s homes and businesses to install high-speed broadband, video, Wi-Fi and voice services. Your expert knowledge in our wide range of technology and services will provide customized solutions to meet needs and elevate the installation experience. And to make sure you hit the ground running, we ll provide extensive training and the resources you need in a supportive team environment. Travel requirements vary by project, can be up to 50%

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform new installations, reconnects, disconnects, upgrades, downgrades and change-of-service.
• Install new underground/aerial drops and splice fiber cable.
• Monitor, repair and record system ID s.
• Assure proper signal levels.
• Identify potential customer impacting issues and work proactively to resolve.
• Install and relocate equipment.
• Install interior and exterior wiring.
• Connect peripheral equipment.
• Train customers on proper use of equipment.
• Assure system security.
• Understand/apply FCC and NESC technical standards.
• Identify and report all incidents of noncompliance (NESC, OSHA and Company Standards).
• Provide superior customer service.
• Complete all tasks to company quality standards.
• Maintain professional appearance and behavior at all times.
• Maintain excellent attendance.
• Responsible for motor vehicle per company policy including equipment & tool inventory, vehicle security and vehicle maintenance.
• Replaces defective/damaged equipment.
• Troubleshoots/repairs problems between customer equipment.
• Tests, maintains, splices, repairs and replaces fiber optic cable.
• Performs underground and aerial construction duties associated with FTTx operations.
• Performs network troubleshooting including ping test, trace routes and speed test.
• On-the-job and/or classroom training as required.
• Other duties as assigned - which may include training other employees.

This is a direct hire perm opportunity. You will be in the office and on job sites 5 days a week. Excellent work environment, great culture and job longevity, growth! This is with an excellent client that has really made a name for themselves in the telecommunication/Engineering industry.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• 1+ years of experience in the broadband communication field (Fiber to the home (FTTH), Fiber to the Business (FTTB), Aeriel, Underground Fiber, etc.)
• Previous installation of customer premise equipment is desirable
• Able to use assigned test equipment including but not limited to signal level meter (SLM), volt OHM meter, underground locator and OTDR.
• Ability to use basic computer skills
• Able to accurately maintain records, logs, reports, work orders, etc.
• Able to work flexible hours as required, including evenings, weekends and on-call shifts.
• Must have a valid driver s license and good driving record
• Position requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• PREFERRED SKILLS:Certifications

Must be authorized to work in the US. Sponsorships are not available.