Field Technician - Construction III

Optimum Communications Inc.; Bethpage (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimum Communications Inc. in Bethpage, NY seeks a field technician to support system layout, installation, and maintenance of plant assets, including outside plant and aerial/underground infrastructure.

You will perform pre-wiring, trenching, fiber/coax splicing, and documentation, while adhering to safety and DOT requirements; strong teamwork and reliability are valued; union environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Outside Plant technical experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Knowledge of basic electronics.
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds.
• Electrical or general construction experience.
• Good written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively.
• Ability to work independently and with others.
• Capable of working in all associate field conditions both indoor and outdoor.
• Valid driver''s license and meeting DOT/CDL requirements where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assists in pre-wiring and installation activities.
• Digs trenches and removes soil prior to cable installation in a buried system.
• Pulls lasher, strand or cable between poles.
• Splices coax and fiber cables to designed specifications.
• Plans daily activity, requisitions equipment and supplies, and stocks the vehicle.
• Completes job documentation on paper or by using a computer.
• Resolves or escalates customer complaints.
• Uses small hand tools, power tools, meters, and other test equipment.
• Operates a bucket truck.
• Maintains and secures the Company truck and equipment.
• Works on regularly scheduled days as well as unscheduled days and beyond regular work hours as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Valid driver''s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you looking to Optimize your life? Start your exciting path to a rewarding career today!

We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're seeking driven and enthusiastic professionals to join our team, empower lives, fuel businesses, and drive innovation. Connectivity is now longer a luxury, but a necessity. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. Our successes, now and in the future, are powered by our amazing product, a commitment to our people and culture, and the connections we make in our communities.

If you are resourceful, collaborative, and passionate about delivering consistent excellence, Optimum is for you!

Job Summary

Performs activities associated with system layout, strand mapping, construction, installation, replacement, and rebuild of plant, introduction to activation, survey of all CATV system construction components, and assisting the BBT II in the use of and interpretation of system maps used for construction purposes. Increased responsibilities associated with system mark out, system layout, strand mapping, installation, replacement, and rebuild of aerial and UG plant, activation and survey of all outside plant infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Assists in pre-wiring and installation activities
• Digs trenches and removes soil prior to cable installation in a buried system
• Pulls lasher, strand or cable between poles
• Splices coax and fiber cables to designed specifications
• Plans daily activity, requisitions equipment and supplies, and stocks the vehicle
• Completes job documentation on paper or by using a computer
• Resolves or escalates customer complaints
• Uses small hand tools, power tools, meters, and other test equipment
• Operates a bucket truck
• Maintains and secures the Company truck and equipment
• Works on regularly scheduled days as well as unscheduled days and beyond regular work hours as required
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience
• Outside Plant technical experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Knowledge of basic electronics
• Must be able to lift 75 pounds
• Electrical or general construction experience
• Good written and oral communications skills
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively
• Ability to work independently and with others
• Capable of working in all associate field conditions both indoor and outdoor.
• Appropriate valid driver's license and driving record within Company standards. Ability to obtain current DOT (Department of Transportation) medical card and valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License) where applicable; must comply with all applicable DOT requirements on an ongoing basis.
• An "Activity Analysis" of the physical demands required to perform this job's essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request and with an offer of employment.

At Optimum, every action and interaction we take part in, is driven by our three Guiding Principles: Do What's Right, Drive One Optimum, and Make It Happen. These aren't just words, they help us build trust, create real community, and embrace new ways of thinking. Our employees are empowered to do the right thing for our customers and co-workers and to recognize and reward these behaviors when we see them. It's all part of the bigger picture of "Be The Difference" where each employee knows they have the power to enact real change, share new ideas, and understand that learning never stops.

All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company's discretion based on business necessity.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

The Company collects personal information about its applicants for employment that may include personal identifiers, professional or employment related information, photos, education information and/or protected classifications under federal and state law. This information is collected for employment purposes, including identification, work authorization, FCRA-compliant background screening, human resource administration and compliance with federal, state and local law.

Applicants for employment with The Company will never be asked to provide money (even if reimbursable) as part of the job application or hiring process. Please review your Fraud FAQ for further details.

Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is$57,802.00-$94,960.00 / year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and does not reflect future job opportunity.

This role is in a union and covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Please note that at this time, we do not provide visa sponsorship for employment.