Hard Line Coax Splicer/Network Maintenance Technician (Traveling Role)

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If you have any questions at all. Please contact me directly @ tlove@teksystems.com or @ 214-684-7274

Basic Logistics:

Location: Starting in the Bay Area of California (Projects going to Salt Lake City, Seattle, & Sacramento in the future)

Duration: 2+ years with full time opportunity

Start Date: October 18th/ October 25th

Tech 3 Compensation:

• Paid Travel (Flight out & Free Flight per quarter)
• Paid Living (Hotel)
• $1,500 monthly per diem
• $25 per hour + Production Bonus. (Bonuses average anywhere between 2k-6k per quarter)

Need to haves to be a Tech 3: (Prioritized In Order)

1. Hard Line Coax Splicing
2. Exp. on Telephone Poles
3. Experience Using a Bucket Truck
4. Ariel & Coaxial Upgrades
5. Fiber Experience
6. Node Split Experience
7. OSP Projects
8. Knowledge RF Meters
9. CATV Experience

Job Description:

We are looking for a seasoned coax production splicer that has also completed fiber training and can complete basic fiber splicing to support node installation. You are interested in investing in the next generation of splicers by providing training and mentorship to an assigned new hire. You are excited about having oversight responsibilities on scheduled production days. You enjoy trouble shooting and resolving network and powering issues in the field. You are also able to identify network design issues, outline a solution and implement. You are interested in joining a team that is driving outside plant innovation while maintaining quality and production excellence.
What you will be doing:

• Splicing and activation which includes setting up and balancing electronics to specifications. Work within a team environment to ensure the full job scope is completed within the scheduled timeframe.
• Providing “live” plant training to an assigned new hire, monitoring the new hire’s progress and responsible for keeping the new hire on track to graduate on schedule.
• Basic daily maintenance of provided vehicle: check fluids, clean and organize vehicle.
• Safely operate and use bucket truck to complete daily construction assignments as needed (potentially working for extended times on a ladder).
• Safely set up and operate at a job work site in compliance with local and federal regulations.
• Complete daily production reports, mark up maps, keep track of work hours and complete “as-built” maps for areas built.
• Reconcile all issued parts and materials on a daily basis to ensure accurate material usage counts.
• Continued training and education to support advancement in either technology innovations or role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Exceptional leadership qualities. These individuals will have a team
• Someone who takes initiative willingly
• Ability to complete mechanical tasks such as coax splicing, reading meters (volt, RF and Fiber), conducting tests and performing troubleshooting measures to achieve plant level requirements.
• Ability to use computer based programs required to support the activation and verification of electronic equipment installs.
• Able to work in all-weather climates.
• Able to work at varying heights such as a bucket truck (max 40’), ground level at a pedestal and in an underground vault.
• Able to work extended periods of time from a ladder.
• Able to lift 50-100lbs.
• Reach, push, pull, hold, grasp and perform fine manipulation on cable and electronic equipment.
• Ability to use the standard tools of the trade (screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, strippers, crimpers, hammers, etc.) to route cable, connect cable and install electronic equipment.
• Able to work evening, overnight or weekends when needed.
• Ability to read and build from blueprints and/or wire diagrams.
• Able to distinguish colors.
• Sufficient visual and aural acuity to operate a variety of standard test and measurement equipment.
• Demonstrate support for excellent customer service.
• Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• Able to work with limited supervision and completed work has low error rate or quality concerns.
• Experience conducting and providing training to less seasoned field positions (new hires, ground hands or less experienced splicers).
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, motor vehicle check and drug test.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.