BackCommunications Service Technician - Cable/Fiber Installer
@ Allens Communications
Position Overview:
- A Communications Service Technician — also called a cable technician/installer — designs, installs, operates, maintains and repairs telecommunication networks for high-speed internet, television and telephone services.
- This job utilizes various types of cables and technologies used to transfer data, both fiber optic and copper cables.
- Technicians install and troubleshoot components of the network from main fiber optic cables outdoors on poles or conduits to on premise wiring consisting of fiber optics, coax and CAT5/CAT6, including the placing, termination and testing of such facilities.
- Technicians install, troubleshoot and educate customers on various networking and communication equipment placed within the network for delivery of services.
- Technicians are the front line contact with the public and customers for delivery of reliable telecommunication services to our communities.
- With today's evolving telecommunication technology, this career allows for growth and continued learning on the job as the evolution in which we communicate expands into the future.
Job Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot lines and networking equipment
- Install telecommunication cables, including in trenches and difficult-to-reach places
- Inspect and repair fiber optic cables and other types of cables
- Create networking plans, including layout, installation and testing
- Check signal strength across all elements of the network
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
- Job requires a high school diploma or equivalent and previous experience and/or certifications preferred.
Additional Qualifications or Considerations:
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply
- Valid license and must be 21 years old to drive company vehicles
- Good with hand tools, troubleshooting and resolving challenges
- Enjoy working outdoors in various weather conditions
- Motivated to learn technology and show interest in job
- Adept at creating plans or layouts and executing them
- Not bothered by heights or confined spaces
- Physical ability to perform job including use of ladders
- Safety-conscious, especially around high-voltage lines
- Good communication skills to work with the public, customers and team members
How to Apply:
Job seekers can pick up an application at either site (Morgan City 800 Victor II Blvd. Morgan City, LA. 70380 or Grand Coteau 1580 I-49 N Service Rd. Grand Coteau, LA. 70541) and send it back in person, by fax 985-384-5243 or email accounting@atvci.net.
Location: Morgan City, LA
Date Posted: August 26, 2024
Application Deadline: September 26, 2024
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