Field Deployment Tower Technician I or II

Davita Inc.; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. is seeking a Field Deployment Technician in SW Washington to install and maintain telecommunications equipment. The role involves troubleshooting, conducting tower inspections, and requires climbing experience. Ideal candidates will have strong technical skills and the ability to work in fast-paced environments, providing essential services to local communities.

Benefits

401k retirement plan with employer match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid Time Off/Vacation starting at 80 hours

Floating Holiday

Tuition reimbursement program

Qualifications

• 1+ years of tower climbing experience required.
• Competent Tower Climber and Rescue certification needed.
• Basic knowledge of DC components and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain telecom equipment on towers.
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs of network infrastructure.
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation for emergency services.

Skills

Tower Climbing

Troubleshooting

RF Awareness

Network Protocols

Rigging

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Astound, the sixth-largest cable operator in the United States, is a leading supplier of cutting-edge technology and communications services-and applicants like you make it all possible. To develop your career, we provide one-on-one training and coaching, a supportive work environment and the opportunity to represent a superior telecommunications company.

Additionally, we offer a robust benefits package, including rewards, recognition and employee discounts to ensure your continued success. With us, you'll stay empowered to do your best work by creating astounding possibilities for local communities and beyond.

Position Overview:

Astound Broadband is currently searching for a Field Deployment Technician in our SW Washington area. This position is
responsible for troubleshooting, administration, installation, and maintenance of the company's and customer's
access infrastructure equipment, particularly in our wireless and towers division.

The primary position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Perform installations, troubleshoot and repair of Wave infrastructure including network connections
  from microwave and millimeter-wave radio headend to backbone equipment/hardware (interior and
  exterior)...


• Tower Inspections and PMI's - new and existing - perform PMI's and correct potential issues.


• Part of a 24/7 on-call rotation.


• Perform connects and disconnects, upgrades, downgrades, and relocates; install additional hand-offs
  and install or remove equipment


• Network Equipment Installation and Troubleshooting:
  o Radio installation - microwave and millimeter-wave equipment.
  o Routers and Switch's
  o Cable Placement -Terminations and Splicing - Optical fiber and copper.
  o Wi-Fi Equipment - indoor-outdoor


• Basic DC/AC installation, knowledge and best practices


• As-Builts and Documentation - Create build history/document and upload to the internal Wiki.
  o Perform Site Survey


• Various tasks and special projects assigned by manager associated with the organization and company
  with the emphasis of driving efficiency and optimization

Our ideal candidate will possess:

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  Required to work at heights installing telecom equipment/materials on towers, monopoles, etc. including
  mounts, radios and antennas - ideally, 1+ years of tower climbing experience.

  
  


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  Competent Tower Climber and Rescue per ANSI/ASSE Z490.1-2009 & ANSI/ASSE Z359.2-2017 (will
  certify)

  
  


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  RF awareness preferred (will certify)

  
  


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  Rigging experience preferred

  
  


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  Basic to Intermediate experience is required in the following areas:
  o Physical, data-link and network protocols and architectures
  o Routers
  o Firewalls and switches
  o System load balancing and redundant system architecture.

  
  


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  Able to set up and or design simple to complex network involving wireless equipment, Cisco switches
  and routers.

  
  


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  Demonstrates ability to diagnose and solve problems.

  
  


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  Exhibits the ability to follow direction and possesses the ability to follow through.

  
  


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  Must enjoy the challenge of technical concepts and communicate those concepts at varying levels.

  
  


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  Basic experience with LAN and WAN Technology

  
  


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  Ability to comply with all Company implemented safety procedures

  
  


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  Knowledge of basic mathematics and electronics

  
  


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  Vision ability: close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus

  
  


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  Ability to work in fast-paced and dynamic environments with limited supervision

  
  


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  Strong attention to detail with excellent time management and organization skills

  
  


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  Basic knowledge of DC components and best practices

  
  


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  Basic understanding of the physical network layer, CAT 5e/6, 66 blocks, 110 blocks, patch panels, fiber
  optic cables, etc.

  
  


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  Ability to work in fast-paced and dynamic environments with limited supervision

  
  

Essential Job Functions:

• Ability to work independently.


• Ability to work while standing 50 - 70% of the time.


• Ability to work with small components and wires to make cable connections.


• Ability to make cable connections in tight spaces by bending, reaching, twisting.


• Ability to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires.


• Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly


• Ability to perform Tower Rescues


• Vision ability: close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.


• Must have the ability to communicate by telephone, correspondence, and in person.


• Must possess a good command of the English language, including excellent enunciation, grammar and
  lack of slang.


• Must have basic mathematics techniques


• Must be able to sit for extended periods.


• Must have ability to frequently use repetitive motions of the wrist, hands and/or fingers.


• Must be able to work in a standard office environment; no hazardous or disagreeable work conditions.


• Must have ability to operate standard office equipment, to include personal computer, telephone, copier,
  facsimile machine, and calculator.


• Must possess a Valid driver's license

Education and Certifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

We're Proud to Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:

• 401k retirement plan, with employer match


• Insurance options including: medical, dental, vision, life and STD insurance


• Paid Time Off/Vacation: Starting at 80 hours per year, and increases based on tenure with the organization


• Floating Holiday: 40 hours per year


• Paid Holidays: 7 days per year


• Paid Sick Leave: Astound allows a number of paid sick hours per calendar year and varies based on state and/or local laws


• Tuition reimbursement program


• Employee discount program

*Benefits listed above are for regular full-time position

Base Salary: The base salary range in Washington for this position is $23.00/hr - $30.00/hr, plus opportunities for bonus, benefits and commission, if applicable. The base pay range represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, and capabilities. It is specific to Washington and may not be applicable to other locations.

• Field Deployment Technician I: $23.00/hr - $27.50/hr


• Field Deployment Technician II: $26.00/hr $30.00/hr

Our Mission Statement:

* Take care of our customers

* Take care of each other

* Do what we say we are going to do

* Have fun

Diverse Workforce / EEO:

Astound is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are dedicated to cultivating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, respected and empowered. Discrimination of any kind has no place here. We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to create a culture that celebrates our differences and promotes fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of our business.

FCO (For San Francisco Candidates Only):

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

CCPA Employee Privacy Policy (For California Candidates Only): https://www.astound.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/CCPA-Employee-Privacy-Notice.pdf

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.