Lead Telecommunications Installer

Telamon; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, &

Financial: 401(k) with company match,.

Time Off & Flexibility: Flexible PTO,

Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement &

Additional Benefits: Sabbaticals and,

Job summary

Telamon Installer IV position is an experienced professional who independently executes complex field activities related to installing, maintaining, and servicing telecommunications equipment. This role requires extensive industry knowledge and the ability to guide less experienced installers.

Safely perform power and fiber/copper installations, test systems, and troubleshoot to ensure reliability. Central office environments and large-scale deployments are common, and adherence to standards is

Responsibilities

• Understands and follows Telamon's established safety practices and procedures.
• Properly use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Perform additions, removals, and modifications on working equipment and circuits, including:
• Software additions or upgrades
• Addition or removal of batteries
• Addition or removal of circuits on working power distribution sources.
• Install, configure, and integrate telecommunication equipment such as switches, routers, fiber optics, and power systems in central office environments.
• Mount racks, frames, and shelves, ensuring all equipment is securely and correctly installed.
• Perform cable installation, termination, labeling, and lacing, adhering to industry standards.
• Properly test and troubleshoot fiber/copper installations.
• Perform power verification and power up equipment.
• Tests and evaluate systems to determine efficiency, reliability, and compatibility with existing systems.
• Conduct diagnostic tests on systems and equipment using tools like OTDRs, power meters, and spectrum analyzers.
• Maintains quality awareness and implements quality control processes.
• Performs in-process and final quality inspections.
• Reads and stays current on installation documentation.

Job description

Telamon is a leading provider of connectivity integration, implementation, and distribution solutions for many of the world’s most recognized telecommunications, transportation and consumer brands. Founded in 1985, we are a minority-owned company headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, and maintain a global footprint with locations in North America, Europe, and Asia.

This work isn’t easy—and that is exactly why we do it. Telamon thrives when we’re solving problems that help enhance connectivity and lead to simplicity, safety, and reliability in everyday life. We are cultivating deeper connections with every bond we forge: a more comprehensive network that serves the world around us - inside our walls and out.

At Telamon, leveraging AI and digital tools is a core part of how we operate. We expect employees at all levels to actively explore and apply technologies that improve productivity, decision-making, and overall performance.

Learn more at telamon.com

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company match, dependent care FSA, life & disability coverage, voluntary plans, legal/ID protection, pet insurance, EAP
• Financial: 401(k) with company match, annual bonus based on company performance, referral bonuses, discounts, phone allowance; field roles: travel pay, per diem, company-paid lodging, and company vehicle (if applicable)
• Time Off & Flexibility: Flexible PTO for salaried roles; starting at 15 days (PTO with 2 floating holidays) for hourly roles; paid holidays, floating holidays, parental leave, bereavement leave, and hybrid/remote options
• Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, annual professional development grants, online learning resources, leadership programs, and internal growth opportunities
• Additional Benefits: Recognition programs, scholarships and educational stipends for children, company paid sabbaticals and company outings with access to local events.

Note: benefits eligibility may be based on employment status, tenure, location, or other factors

Classification

non-exempt/hourly

Pay Rate

$29-$33

Job Summary

The Installer IV position is an experienced professional who independently executes complex field activities related to installing, maintaining, and servicing telecommunications equipment. This role requires extensive industry knowledge and the ability to guide less experienced installers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Understands and follows Telamon's established safety practices and procedures.
• Properly use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Perform additions, removals, and modifications on working equipment and circuits, including:
• Software additions or upgrades
• Addition or removal of batteries
• Addition or removal of circuits on working power distribution sources.
• Install, configure, and integrate telecommunication equipment such as switches, routers, fiber optics, and power systems in central office environments.
• Mount racks, frames, and shelves, ensuring all equipment is securely and correctly installed.
• Perform cable installation, termination, labeling, and lacing, adhering to industry standards.
• Properly test and troubleshoot fiber/copper installations.
• Perform power verification and power up equipment.
• Tests and evaluate systems to determine efficiency, reliability, and compatibility with existing systems.
• Conduct diagnostic tests on systems and equipment using tools like OTDRs, power meters, and spectrum analyzers.
• Maintains quality awareness and implements quality control processes.
• Performs in-process and final quality inspections.
• Reads and stays current on installation documentation.