Line Technician

Block Communications Inc.; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications company in Toledo, Ohio is seeking a Line Technician responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining RF and fiber systems. Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 5 years of experience in the telecommunications industry. The role requires physical abilities, such as climbing poles and lifting heavy objects, as well as strong attention to detail and teamwork. This position involves full-time work with varying shifts and rigorous demands on-site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 5 years of experience in the Telecommunications industry required.
• Math ability to the 12th grade level is preferred.
• Physical ability to climb poles and ladders is required.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skill from the node to the home is required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain RF and fiber systems.
• Perform turn-on and testing of new system additions.
• Assist with changing network-facing assignments in a timely manner.
• Create a positive teamwork atmosphere.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Team collaboration

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

5 years of experience in Telecommunications

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD LT

Spectrum Analyzer

Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer

Job description

Line Technician

Job Code

• U118

FLSA Status

• Nonexempt

BCI Company

Position Summary

The Line Technician’s primary responsibility is to troubleshoot and maintain the RF and fiber portion of the system from each node to termination, including node equipment, fiber optic cable, forward and return paths, modem, ingress, leakage, DCT, HD-related equipment, and digital services. The technician assists the maintenance technician in removing and adding network-facing technicians, along with demand calls. The Line Technician turns on and tests new or modified system plant and other special assignments as needed. The Line Technician reports directly to the Supervisor, Technical Operations.

There are no direct reports to this position.

Essential Functions

• Perform duties of the Maintenance Technician.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain the RF and fiber portions of the system from the node to termination.
• Perform turn‑on and testing of new system additions and modifications.
• Assist the Maintenance Technician by changing network-facing assignments to resolve service call change requests in a timely manner.
• Interface with Power Mode Technician and Hub Technician to resolve system issues.
• Use troubleshooting equipment such as Bit Error Rate detector, Spectrum Analyzer, Time‑Domain Reflectometer, Optical Light Meter, Constellation Meter, Fusion Splicer, Fault Locator, and Optical Time‑Domain Reflectometer.
• Utilize computer skills, including Microsoft Office, AutoCAD LT, POP 2000, System Prints, Wondershare, Xpertrak, PEA, and Apache OpenOffice.
• Assist various projects as needed.
• Provide a courteous and professional image and maintain good customer relations with customers and the general public at all times.
• Use proper radio, phone, text, and email etiquette.
• Create an atmosphere of positive teamwork, cultural change, and employee relations.
• Follow and enforce the Company’s policies and procedures, including the EEO guidelines and safety, at all times.
• Perform any miscellaneous department duties as needed.
• Read cable and fiber blueprints.
• Maintain flexibility to handle additional responsibilities.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent – required.
• 5 years of previous experience in the Telecommunications industry – required.
• Math ability to the 12th grade level – preferred.
• Ability to read and spell English properly – required.
• Physical ability to climb poles and ladders – required.
• Physical ability to lift 100‑pound objects – required.
• Attention to detail – required.
• Ability to work independently, with little or no supervision – required.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skill from the node to the home – required.
• DOT physical and certification – required.
• Ability to troubleshoot, break out, and splice fiber after training – required.

Core Competencies

• Agile – embraces change; adaptable and flexible; sense of urgency.
• Innovative – uses critical thinking; creativity; continuous learning; challenges the status quo.
• Customer‑focused – external and internal; creates exceptional customer experience; demonstrates a sales and service mentality.
• Collaborative – teamwork; proactive knowledge sharing; constructive conflict.
• Accountable – sees it, owns it, solves it, does it; holds each other accountable.

Other Skills and Requirements

• Verbalize a commitment to providing value service to the contracted customer.
• Verbalize an interest and commitment to meeting the goals of the Company through assisting customers.
• Maintain a background record that meets Company standards.
• Hold a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company standards at all times.
• Have reliable means of transportation at all times.
• Present a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Strictly maintain confidentiality of financial and/or other information acquired during the course of work; disclose only when authorized, unless legally obligated.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Walk, kneel, stand, regularly lift up to 100 pounds, stoop, crawl, climb telephone poles, stairs, and ladders, sit, drive; hearing, talking, vision, use of hands and fingers to grasp, hold, pick up, rotate, and operate a keyboard.
• Work at elevated heights up to 30–40 feet for extended periods and in confined spaces.
• Work subject to the terms of the current bargaining agreement under Teamsters Local 20.
• Full‑time, hourly, 40 hours per week; shift as assigned.
• Overtime, including holidays, weekends, or nights, as required by the Company.
• Work at 4818 Angola Road, with most work completed off company premises and out in all weather conditions.
• Subject to periodic MVR checks and required written approval upon request.
• Use gaffs to climb telephone poles.
• Present a positive, proactive approach to customer needs.
• Adhere to the Company’s drug‑free workplace programs and policies; subject to pre‑employment and random testing.
• Duty assignments, hours, and positions may change as the needs of the company evolve.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Use of Company Resources, Equipment and Confidential Information

Company resources, equipment, and information are provided to employees to facilitate work. They may not be used for purposes other than work without proper authorization. Any unauthorized use of company resources, equipment, or information is strictly prohibited. Any unauthorized use of customer data or any other company information gained via any company resource is a breach of confidentiality and is strictly prohibited. Any unauthorized use of company resources, equipment, information, and/or breaches of confidentiality may be cause for termination of employment.

General Job Description

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required and may be expanded or changed to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.