Overview and Essential FunctionsCompany: Kanaan Communications, LLC provides a wide range of services to telecommunications providers including engineering services; outside plant construction (Aerial/Underground); plant maintenance; network upgrades including node splits, fiber & coax splicing, and activation/certification work. We have a specialized power supply team providing maintenance, capital improvements and on demand services. Kanaan Communications can be your full service contract partner. Overview: Interested in a career in the field of Telecommunications? Are you detail oriented, enjoy working in a fast paced environment? Join the Kanaan Communications Team! Kanaan Communications, LLC is currently seeking to fill full-time Survey Technician Positions in our Westland, MI. office. Responsibilities:
Meeting with property staff and asking questions needed for the site survey and obtaining all requirements upon arrival.
Gathering all information while on site: Layouts, floor plans, measurements, access points, etc.
Determining interior/exterior routing of cable by walkouts.
Sketching detailed drawings and including photographs.
Performing the daily tasks needed to conduct surveys for new build of fiber/coax cable within interior/exterior routing.
Obtaining the correct field information, record verification, document all details for aerial and underground telecommunications including, fiber cable, coax cable, poles, pedestals, and more.
Taking detailed notes when gathering information needed for permits.
QualificationsQualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Able to read and understand maps and blueprints.
Able to read and understand written or verbal instructions and work orders.
Basic Microsoft Office computer skills.
Excellent time management skills
Able to multitask and prioritize.
Knowledge of Coax and Fiber systems.
Working knowledge of survey fundamentals for telecommunications.
Able to communicate with customers in a positive, professional manner.
Able to work outside in all types of weather.
Must pass a background check, drug test, and motor vehicle check.
Must possess a valid driver’s license for at least 2 years.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Climb into and out of equipment (trucks, cars, backhoes, trenchers, etc.)
Must be able to lift/carry 80 lbs. regularly as needed with or without assistance
The employee will be sitting, bending, using hands and fingers to handle or feel as well as reaching with hands and arms to spaces both high and low, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, crawling, crouching, lifting, holding or stooping while on shift
Ability to work while wearing safety boots, safety glasses and hardhat
Remote work may be required - long driving and sitting will be required in these instances
Specific vision abilities required to perform this job include but are not limited to: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus potentially near and/or far as needed
The noise level in the work environment for this position maybe moderate to loud
All work is outdoors so employees in this position are regularly exposed to outside weather conditions which can include but is not limited to extreme heat and cold temperatures; inclement weather such as rain, snow, sleet and dust as well as adverse driving conditions including wet roads, icy roads, and fog
Benefits and Company SummaryWhat Kanaan offers:
Opportunity to work in a growing company
Competitive Pay and weekly paychecks
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Comprehensive Benefits Package:
Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans
Life Insurance
Long & Short-Term Disability
401(k) with Company Match
Employee Monthly Stock Investment Plan
Educational Reimbursement
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Cigna Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Legal Insurance Plan
SurgeryPlus service
Teladoc System
Who we are
Kanaan Communications, LLC provides a wide range of services to telecommunications providers including engineering services; outside plant construction (Aerial/Underground); plant maintenance; network upgrades including node splits, fiber & coax splicing, and activation/certification work. Kanaan has a specialized power supply team providing maintenance, capital improvements, and on-demand services. Join the Kanaan Communications Team!
EEOOur Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. ( https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm ) The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories. Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.