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ID #4752047
Estado Alaska
Ciudad Fairbanks
Full-time
Salario USD TBD TBD
Fuente GCI Communication Corp
Showed 2020-09-08
Fecha 2020-09-08
Fecha tope 2020-11-06
Categoría Etcétera
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Technician III, Network Maintenance

Alaska, Fairbanks 00000 Fairbanks USA

Vacancy caducado!

GCIs Network Maintenance Technician III is responsible

for maintaining and repairing system wide oversight and quality control of

network signal processing. Troubleshoots

and repairs problems with transmission levels, and/or equipment failures to

included; network analysis, headend and outside plant maintenance and

integrity, technical leadership of outside plant maintenance, personnel, and

all relevant. Responsible for constructing, maintaining, and repairing network

facilities, systems, cabling including equipment and related components

involved in signal processing, amplification and transmission. Troubleshoots

and repairs problems with transmission levels, signal losses, off-air

interference and equipment failures. This position could be assigned to any or all areas needed

to support Network Repairs:

Outside Network Maintenance

Construction

Facilities

Essential Duties at All Levels in the Position:

Performs routine maintenance, surveillance, and

construction operations on all Radio Frequency / Microwave / Fiber Optic / AC /

DC / Wireless / HFC Networks, Facilities, and related components providing

video, voice, and data services.

Completes routine balancing, aligning, sweeping,

proof of performance and required compliance adjustments of components and

equipment used to amplify and process signals. Monitors and supports critical

network elements to maintain the continuous operation of network and system

infrastructure.

Performs preventative or corrective maintenance,

such as underground cable locates, outage response, rewiring or upgrading

cabling and equipment, impairment mitigation, system drive off and repairs.

Responsible for carrying out assigned

construction activities in support of new plant construction, rebuilds and

existing plant upgrades. Knows and adheres to applicable construction codes and

safety regulations. Digs holes; lays foundation; places poles; lays cable;

unreels, pulls and strings wire from pole to pole.

Dismantles, moves or removes aerial, underground

or building wire, cable equipment, poles and hardware. Installs and replaces

power supplies, converters and terminal boxes. Operates heavy-duty power

equipment and hand tools.

Support senior staff technicians and mentors

junior technicians with install, test, and repair of custom service orders.

Responsible for basic vehicle maintenance, truck

stock, and follows the companys safe driving and other applicable policies.

May be required to pass, background check, pre-employment and random controlled

substance screening, and obtain commercial drivers license within 6 months of

employment.

Additional Job Requirements: This is an advanced level

position within the telecommunications field outside network maintenance that

will support and learn from the companys certification, education, and senior

technicians the in depth understanding for routine preventative and corrective

network maintenance, repairs to field and network facilities and plant

providing video, voice, data, and wireless services at varying locations

including customers residential and/or business properties, field and central

offices. Works under minor supervision and work is reviewed by senior staff.Essential Duties for this position:

Advanced knowledge and ability to perform

construction, installation, routine preventative and corrective maintenance,

testing and repairs of facilities providing video, voice, data and wireless

services.

Evaluates field conditions performs test, and

measurements to determine signal quality.

Handles semi-routine maintenance duties,

problems and repairs. Recognizes deviation from accepted practices and confirms

with senior staff appropriate next steps.

Receives minimal instructions on routine work

and general instruction on new assignments. Work is regularly supervised and

reviewed for timeliness, accuracy and correct procedures.

Demonstrates advanced knowledge of several areas

including plant systems and construction practices.

Organizes daily workload and performs work

utilizing industry standard test equipment, hand tools, and heavy equipment to

install, maintain, or repair services and facilities.

Performs preventative or corrective maintenance,

underground cable locates, outage response, rewiring or upgrading facilities,

cabling, and equipment, impairment mitigation, system drive off and repairs.

Typically has 8 or more years of progressively

skilled and complex related experience.

Communicates with TAC or Dispatch to update and

complete repair or trouble tickets.

Assists with new installations and trouble

tickets in a timely manner.

Verify accuracy of written work order, confirm

discrepancies, collect payments and customer signatures, ensures all documentation

is updated in a timely manner.

Escalates more complex issues as needed to the

appropriate department, or management team.

Work with senior technicians and respond to

outages or other duties as required and guides and trains less experienced

technicians.

Design test fixtures, analyze test results, and

document tests performed on components.

Job Qualifications:Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of and ability to accurately

interpret and apply NEC, NESC, OSHA, FCC and company rules and regulations.

Advanced knowledge of routine maintenance

procedures, surveillance, and construction operations including Radio Frequency

/ Microwave / Fiber Optic / AC / DC / Wireless/Wireline / HFC Networks,

Facilities, and related components providing video, voice, and data services.

Advanced knowledge of signal ingress/egress

preventative and corrective maintenance requirements, coaxial and fiber cable

splicing and facility locating, outage restoration, system design calculations,

network installation, activation and maintenance.

Knowledge of basic electronic fundamentals and

mathematical skills.

Advanced knowledge of video, voice, and data,

baseband and optical signal delivery.

Working knowledge in the operation of related

field equipment signal level meters, AC/DC power test equipment including

optical, time, and frequency domain reflectometers, underground cable locators,

and leakage detection equipment.

Demonstrated ability to accurately calculate

signal losses and amplification from headend to customer premise equipment and

able to synthesize multiple pieces of technical information to develop timely

solutions to network problems.

Analytical skills: demonstrated ability to

accurately read, interpret/evaluate and apply/implement information from system

maps, equipment readings, test parameters, construction and design work orders.

Must be able to expeditiously route and

navigate, accurately reading system and city maps/grids.

Communications skills: must be able to

articulate technical information clearly and concisely in written and

electronic follow-up reports and work orders regarding system damages and

outages; complete written and electronic route sheets.

Able to effectively verbally communicate

technical information to customers, contractors, utility workers, fellow

employees and the public in an effective manner commensurate with their level

of understanding.

Interpersonal skills: demonstrated ability to

develop and maintain positive rapport with customers, vendors, contractors,

utilities, agencies, etc. Ability to

promote teamwork and encourage a professional, courteous work ethic.

Computer skills: basic knowledge of Excel, MS

Word, and industry specific programs that track signal leakage, outages, system

monitoring, etc.

Familiar with cable modem systems to include any

OTN interface devices, troubleshooting techniques and monitoring.

Knowledge of home/business wiring, adjusting,

installation, and service of consumer electronics equipment.

Ability to maintain confidential company and

customer information.

Knowledgeable and responsive to financial

accountability for vehicles, inventory (i.e., test equipment), paperwork, and

safety procedures to minimize claims.

Time management skills: ability to organize

assignments, equipment, and routing to maximize productivity.

Minimum qualifications:

Minimum 8 years experience with a

telecommunications or related field background including 6 years of complex

related field experience required.

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Associates Degree in electronics,

telecommunications trade school or equivalent training preferred.

Or, a combination of relevant work experience

and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to

meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis.

Certifications:

Industry specific certifications are highly valued.

Upon hire many be required to complete: Company

or other applicable training and certifications including Pole/Tower Climbing,

AK DOT Bucket Truck and AK DOT approved Flagger Certification.

Additional certifications or successful course

completion may be required within a defined period of time after position

acceptance.

Physical Requirements:

High degree of balance, coordination and

strength needed routinely in climbing poles, towers, ladders, etc. and avoiding

obstacles.

Daily walking, crawling, bending, stooping and

kneeling on varied surfaces such as roofs and in trenches often hampered by

weather elements.

Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling to

maneuver equipment/supplies of up to 70-pound loads occasionally, less weight

more regularly.

High degree of hand dexterity and eye/hand

coordination to operate hand tools and to connect, separate, and twist multiple

smaller items on a daily basis.

Clarity of vision at every distance with good

depth perception and ability to clearly distinguish colors routinely for

driving and performing assigned tasks.

Good hearing, capable of distinction between

equipment signals and the human voice often amidst background noises, such as

wind, rain and traffic.

Working Conditions: Subject to adverse weather and driving

conditions. Work involves heights up to

40 feet on poles, ladders, buckets, or towers up to 250. Work performed below

overhead construction and in trenches to 10 feet in depth. Tasks performed

around high-power electrical conductors and gas lines. Work areas can be

cramped, dark, dusty, damp, wet, stuffy, sticky, smelly, hot and/or cold. May encounter unrestrained animals/pets.Must be able and willing to work flexible hours including,

but not limited to, overtime, on-call, and/or additional time on weekends,

holidays, evenings, before or after normal shift hours. Travel may be required to assist other

systems personnel.

All Technicians and above must be able to cope

with a remote arctic environment.

Drug Testing: Participation in a DOT or non-DOT

drug and alcohol testing program may be required to satisfy conditions of a

contract or proposed contract with a business partner or client. This includes

pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return to duty,

and follow-up testing.

Fitness For: Duty: Ability to pass a pre-employment

or return to work physical and fitness for duty examination may be required to

satisfy conditions of a contract or proposed contract with a business partner

or client.

The company and its subsidiaries operate in a 24/7

environment providing critical services to Alaskans and may need to respond to

public health and safety matters or other business emergencies. Due to business

needs employees may be contacted outside of the normal business hours to

respond to the immediate emergency. You will be requested to provide an

emergency after hours contact numbers.Driving Requirements (required): Must possess and maintain a

valid drivers license, proof of insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.

Compliance with company driver safety program required. EEO: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified

applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,

color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,

disability status, protected veteran status, or another characteristic

protected by law.Disclaimer: The above

information on this description has been designed to indicate the general

nature and level of work performed by employees within this

classification. It is not designed to

contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,

responsibilities, and qualification required of employees assigned to this job.1.2020GCI's Network Maintenance Technician III is responsible

for maintaining and repairing system wide oversight and quality control of

network signal processing. Troubleshoots

and repairs problems with transmission levels, and/or equipment failures to

included; network analysis, headend and outside plant maintenance and

integrity, technical leadership of outside plant maintenance, personnel, and

all relevant. Responsible for constructing, maintaining, and repairing network

facilities, systems, cabling including equipment and related components

involved in signal processing, amplification and transmission. Troubleshoots

and repairs problems with transmission levels, signal losses, off-air

interference and equipment failures. This position could be assigned to any or all areas needed

to support Network Repairs:

Outside Network Maintenance

Construction

Facilities

Essential Duties at All Levels in the Position:

Performs routine maintenance, surveillance, and

construction operations on all Radio Frequency / Microwave / Fiber Optic / AC /

DC / Wireless / HFC Networks, Facilities, and related components providing

video, voice, and data services.

Completes routine balancing, aligning, sweeping,

proof of performance and required compliance adjustments of components and

equipment used to amplify and process signals. Monitors and supports critical

network elements to maintain the continuous operation of network and system

infrastructure.

Performs preventative or corrective maintenance,

such as underground cable locates, outage response, rewiring or upgrading

cabling and equipment, impairment mitigation, system drive off and repairs.

Responsible for carrying out assigned

construction activities in support of new plant construction, rebuilds and

existing plant upgrades. Knows and adheres to applicable construction codes and

safety regulations. Digs holes; lays foundation; places poles; lays cable;

unreels, pulls and strings wire from pole to pole.

Dismantles, moves or removes aerial, underground

or building wire, cable equipment, poles and hardware. Installs and replaces

power supplies, converters and terminal boxes. Operates heavy-duty power

equipment and hand tools.

Support senior staff technicians and mentor's

junior technicians with install, test, and repair of custom service orders.

Responsible for basic vehicle maintenance, truck

stock, and follows the company's safe driving and other applicable policies.

May be required to pass, background check, pre-employment and random controlled

substance screening, and obtain commercial driver's license within 6 months of

employment.

Additional Job Requirements: This is an advanced level

position within the telecommunications field outside network maintenance that

will support and learn from the company's certification, education, and senior

technicians the in depth understanding for routine preventative and corrective

network maintenance, repairs to field and network facilities and plant

providing video, voice, data, and wireless services at varying locations

including customer's residential and/or business properties, field and central

offices. Works under minor supervision and work is reviewed by senior staff.Essential Duties for this position:

Advanced knowledge and ability to perform

construction, installation, routine preventative and corrective maintenance,

testing and repairs of facilities providing video, voice, data and wireless

services.

Evaluates field conditions performs test, and

measurements to determine signal quality.

Handles semi-routine maintenance duties,

problems and repairs. Recognizes deviation from accepted practices and confirms

with senior staff appropriate next steps.

Receives minimal instructions on routine work

and general instruction on new assignments. Work is regularly supervised and

reviewed for timeliness, accuracy and correct procedures.

Demonstrates advanced knowledge of several areas

including plant systems and construction practices.

Organizes daily workload and performs work

utilizing industry standard test equipment, hand tools, and heavy equipment to

install, maintain, or repair services and facilities.

Performs preventative or corrective maintenance,

underground cable locates, outage response, rewiring or upgrading facilities,

cabling, and equipment, impairment mitigation, system drive off and repairs.

Typically has 8 or more years of progressively

skilled and complex related experience.

Communicates with TAC or Dispatch to update and

complete repair or trouble tickets.

Assists with new installations and trouble

tickets in a timely manner.

Verify accuracy of written work order, confirm

discrepancies, collect payments and customer signatures, ensures all documentation

is updated in a timely manner.

Escalates more complex issues as needed to the

appropriate department, or management team.

Work with senior technicians and respond to

outages or other duties as required and guides and trains less experienced

technicians.

Design test fixtures, analyze test results, and

document tests performed on components.

Job Qualifications:Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Working knowledge of and ability to accurately

interpret and apply NEC, NESC, OSHA, FCC and company rules and regulations.

Advanced knowledge of routine maintenance

procedures, surveillance, and construction operations including Radio Frequency

/ Microwave / Fiber Optic / AC / DC / Wireless/Wireline / HFC Networks,

Facilities, and related components providing video, voice, and data services.

Advanced knowledge of signal ingress/egress

preventative and corrective maintenance requirements, coaxial and fiber cable

splicing and facility locating, outage restoration, system design calculations,

network installation, activation and maintenance.

Knowledge of basic electronic fundamentals and

mathematical skills.

Advanced knowledge of video, voice, and data,

baseband and optical signal delivery.

Working knowledge in the operation of related

field equipment signal level meters, AC/DC power test equipment including

optical, time, and frequency domain reflectometers, underground cable locators,

and leakage detection equipment.

Demonstrated ability to accurately calculate

signal losses and amplification from headend to customer premise equipment and

able to synthesize multiple pieces of technical information to develop timely

solutions to network problems.

Analytical skills: demonstrated ability to

accurately read, interpret/evaluate and apply/implement information from system

maps, equipment readings, test parameters, construction and design work orders.

Must be able to expeditiously route and

navigate, accurately reading system and city maps/grids.

Communications skills: must be able to

articulate technical information clearly and concisely in written and

electronic follow-up reports and work orders regarding system damages and

outages; complete written and electronic route sheets.

Able to effectively verbally communicate

technical information to customers, contractors, utility workers, fellow

employees and the public in an effective manner commensurate with their level

of understanding.

Interpersonal skills: demonstrated ability to

develop and maintain positive rapport with customers, vendors, contractors,

utilities, agencies, etc. Ability to

promote teamwork and encourage a professional, courteous work ethic.

Computer skills: basic knowledge of Excel, MS

Word, and industry specific programs that track signal leakage, outages, system

monitoring, etc.

Familiar with cable modem systems to include any

OTN interface devices, troubleshooting techniques and monitoring.

Knowledge of home/business wiring, adjusting,

installation, and service of consumer electronics equipment.

Ability to maintain confidential company and

customer information.

Knowledgeable and responsive to financial

accountability for vehicles, inventory (i.e., test equipment), paperwork, and

safety procedures to minimize claims.

Time management skills: ability to organize

assignments, equipment, and routing to maximize productivity.

Minimum qualifications:

Minimum 8 years' experience with a

telecommunications or related field background including 6 years of complex

related field experience required.

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Associates Degree in electronics,

telecommunications trade school or equivalent training preferred.

Or, a combination of relevant work experience

and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to

meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis.

Certifications:

Industry specific certifications are highly valued.

Upon hire many be required to complete: Company

or other applicable training and certifications including Pole/Tower Climbing,

AK DOT Bucket Truck and AK DOT approved Flagger Certification.

Additional certifications or successful course

completion may be required within a defined period of time after position

acceptance.

Physical Requirements:

High degree of balance, coordination and

strength needed routinely in climbing poles, towers, ladders, etc. and avoiding

obstacles.

Daily walking, crawling, bending, stooping and

kneeling on varied surfaces such as roofs and in trenches often hampered by

weather elements.

Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling to

maneuver equipment/supplies of up to 70-pound loads occasionally, less weight

more regularly.

High degree of hand dexterity and eye/hand

coordination to operate hand tools and to connect, separate, and twist multiple

smaller items on a daily basis.

Clarity of vision at every distance with good

depth perception and ability to clearly distinguish colors routinely for

driving and performing assigned tasks.

Good hearing, capable of distinction between

equipment signals and the human voice often amidst background noises, such as

wind, rain and traffic.

Working Conditions: Subject to adverse weather and driving

conditions. Work involves heights up to

40 feet on poles, ladders, buckets, or towers up to 250'. Work performed below

overhead construction and in trenches to 10 feet in depth. Tasks performed

around high-power electrical conductors and gas lines. Work areas can be

cramped, dark, dusty, damp, wet, stuffy, sticky, smelly, hot and/or cold. May encounter unrestrained animals/pets.Must be able and willing to work flexible hours including,

but not limited to, overtime, on-call, and/or additional time on weekends,

holidays, evenings, before or after normal shift hours. Travel may be required to assist other

systems personnel.

All Technicians and above must be able to cope

with a remote arctic environment.

Drug Testing: Participation in a DOT or non-DOT

drug and alcohol testing program may be required to satisfy conditions of a

contract or proposed contract with a business partner or client. This includes

pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return to duty,

and follow-up testing.

Fitness For: Duty: Ability to pass a pre-employment

or return to work physical and fitness for duty examination may be required to

satisfy conditions of a contract or proposed contract with a business partner

or client.

The company and its subsidiaries operate in a 24/7

environment providing critical services to Alaskans and may need to respond to

public health and safety matters or other business emergencies. Due to business

needs employees may be contacted outside of the normal business hours to

respond to the immediate emergency. You will be requested to provide an

emergency after hours contact numbers.Driving Requirements (required): Must possess and maintain a

valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.

Compliance with company driver safety program required. EEO: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified

applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,

color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,

disability status, protected veteran status, or another characteristic

protected by law.Disclaimer: The above

information on this description has been designed to indicate the general

nature and level of work performed by employees within this

classification. It is not designed to

contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,

responsibilities, and qualification required of employees assigned to this job.1.2020

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