Associate Technician (Intern)

Liberty Latin America; Puerto Rico; Sur place; USD 17 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Liberty Puerto Rico is seeking an Associate Technician (Intern) to support maintenance, repair, and restoration of telecommunications infrastructure, including aerial and underground networks. This entry-level role provides hands-on training and exposure to outside plant operations, safety practices, and field service activities.

You will work with experienced technicians to learn industry standards, technical skills, and procedures for reliable broadband, video, voice, and business services,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Vocational, technical, or college coursework in Telecommunications, Electronics, Electrical Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Prior internship, vocational training, or field experience is preferred, but not required.

Responsabilités

• Assist with installation, maintenance, and repair of aerial and underground telecommunications facilities.
• Support cable placement, strand work, and basic line maintenance activities.
• Participate in preventive maintenance and network restoration during outages or emergencies.
• Learn to identify and troubleshoot network impairments affecting customer services.
• Assist with pole line inspections and outside plant audits.
• Support construction projects involving fiber optic and coaxial network infrastructure.
• Perform basic material handling and inventory management.
• Follow safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain records of work performed and training completed.
• Use mobile apps and work management systems to document activities.
• Participate in technical training programs.

Connaissances

Willingness to learn

Basic computer skills

Mobile device literacy

Safety-conscious

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/technical coursework in Telecommunications/Electronics

Description du poste

What´s the role?

As an Associate Technician (Intern) you will support the maintenance, repair, and restoration of telecommunications infrastructure, including aerial and underground cable networks. This entry-level developmental role provides hands-on training and exposure to outside plant operations, safety practices, network infrastructure, and field service activities.

You’ll also work alongside experienced technicians to learn industry standards, technical skills, and operational procedures required to support reliable broadband, video, voice, and business services.

How can you add value?

• Assist experienced technicians with installation, maintenance, and repair of aerial and underground telecommunications facilities.
• Support cable placement, cable transfers, strand work, and basic line maintenance activities.
• Participate in preventive maintenance and network restoration efforts during outages and emergency situations.
• Learn to identify and troubleshoot network impairments affecting customer services.
• Assist with pole line inspections and outside plant audits.
• Support construction projects involving fiber optic and coaxial network infrastructure.
• Perform basic material handling, inventory management, and equipment preparation.
• Follow all company safety procedures, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and training completed.
• Utilize mobile applications and work management systems to document activities.
• Participate in classroom and field-based technical training programs.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering, Construction, Network Operations, and Service Delivery teams.
• Work on-call/after hours and shift as scheduled.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Vice President.

What do you need?

Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma or GED is required.

Vocational, technical, or college coursework in Telecommunications, Electronics, Electrical Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred.

Prior internship, vocational training, or field experience is preferred, but not required.

Other Qualifications:

• Valid Puerto Rico Driver's License Category 8-9 with a satisfactory driving record, required within the first month of employment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and perform physically demanding work.
• Comfortable working at heights and using ladders after successful training and certification.
• Basic computer and mobile device skills.
• Strong willingness to learn technical concepts and field operations.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools and construction practices is a plus.
  

Liberty Puerto Rico provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, social status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, military service obligation, disability status, genetic information, political affiliation, and being or being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking. In addition to federal law requirements, Liberty aligns with applicable local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Assessment, background check and drug test will be required to be a successful candidate.

If you believe you have been discriminated against you may notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Federal Communications Commission, or other appropriate agency.