Maintenance Tech 3

Optimum; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimum in Ruston, LA is seeking a Maintenance Tech III to repair and maintain fiber and coaxial transport to residential and business services. You will support headend electronics, diagnose issues end-to-end, and mentor junior techs.

Responsibilities include maintaining a unity gain network, performing FCC network tests, and coordinating training for the team to ensure service excellence. A strong focus is on FTTH/RFOG networks and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license in good standing; ability to meet DOT driver qualification standards with a valid medical certificate.
• Ability to obtain DOT medical card and CDL where applicable; comply with all DOT requirements.
• Ability to obtain state licenses required by the installation/servicing of security services.
• Ability to comprehend and operate testing equipment (signal level meters, ohm meters).
• BDS & BTS certification preferred.
• Fiber repair and troubleshooting experience.
• In-depth knowledge of FTTH & RFOG architecture.
• Familiar with FTTH network tools AGORA, Netwin, Net-Q.
• Experience with ISP or 'Hot Hands' for ISP.
• Experience with OSP construction tasks.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills demand maintenance and preventive maintenance by troubleshooting and repairing the transport, trunk, and distribution networks from the Master Telecommunication Center (headend) to customer's electronic devices.
• Maintains a unity gain network.
• Fulfills FCC-required network tests.
• Performs all duties of Maintenance Tech I and II as necessary.
• Troubleshoots and repairs the distribution network from headend to customer's electronic devices.
• Maintains network integrity through preventive maintenance.
• Build, Troubleshoot, and repair all aspects of the FTTH & RFOG Networks.
• Resolves issues at installation and on scheduled service call from customer’s electronic devices to tap.
• Partner with various other groups including Design, construction, ISP, NOC/ROC to resolve escalated issues and identify areas of improvement.
• Coordinate and oversee training initiatives for new and existing team members, ensuring continuous skill development and knowledge sharing.
• Coach and develop team members to enhance technical proficiency, customer service skills, and troubleshooting expertise.
• Assist in the creation and implementation of training materials and best practices to ensure team efficiency and operational consistency.
• Conduct regular performance assessments and provide constructive feedback to team members to foster professional growth and team cohesion.
• Other tasks may be assigned, as needed to support the infrastructure and team.

Skills

Fiber repair

Troubleshooting

Network testing

OSP construction

ISP experience

Team collaboration

CDL knowledge

Education

High school diploma

BDS & BTS certification

Tools

AGORA

Netwin

Net-Q

Job description

Career Opportunities: Maintenance Tech 3 (12215)

Requisition ID12215-Posted -Outside Plant Maintenance-Telecommunications-USA.LA.Ruston

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

Under general supervision, Maintenance Tech III repairs and maintains the fiber and coaxial transport and distribution cable services including residential and business video, data, telephone, and security. As needed supports repair and maintenance of headend electronics and critical infrastructure equipment. Performs troubleshooting from the headend to the customer's electronic devices. Supports and mentors lower-level technicians and fulfills service and installation as needed to exceed customer needs

Responsibilities

• Fulfills demand maintenance and preventive maintenance by troubleshooting and repairing the transport, trunk, and distribution networks from the Master Telecommunication Center (headend) to customer's electronic devices
• Maintains a unity gain network
• Fulfills FCC-required network tests
• Performs all duties of Maintenance Tech I and II as necessary
• Troubleshoots and repairs the distribution network from headend to customer's electronic devices
• Maintains network integrity through preventive maintenance
• Build, Troubleshoot, and repair all aspects of the FTTH & RFOG Networks
• Resolves issues at installation and on scheduled service call from customer’s electronic devices to tap
• Partner with various other groups including Design, construction, ISP, NOC/ROC to resolve escalated issues and identify areas of improvement.
• Coordinate and oversee training initiatives for new and existing team members, ensuring continuous skill development and knowledge sharing.
• Coach and develop team members to enhance technical proficiency, customer service skills, and troubleshooting expertise.
• Assist in the creation and implementation of training materials and best practices to ensure team efficiency and operational consistency.
• Conduct regular performance assessments and provide constructive feedback to team members to foster professional growth and team cohesion.
• Other tasks may be assigned, as needed to support the infrastructure and team
  

Qualifications

• Internal applicants must complete their Career Progression program to be deemed eligible.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing within the state of current residence. Ability to meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) driver qualification standards, including a valid medical certificate.
• 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
• Qualified to obtain all necessary licenses required by the state in which he/she is installing and/or servicing security services (if applicable).
• Ability to comprehend and operate appropriate testing equipment (e.g., signal level meters, ohm meters)
• BDS & BTS certification preferred
• Fiber repair and troubleshooting experience
• In-depth knowledge of the FTTH & RFOG Architecture, Including the Rolt, Back haul and distribution of plant.
• Able to utilize soft tools associated with FTTH Network, including AGORA, Netwin, Net-Q
• Experience working with ISP or "Hot Hands" for ISP
• Experience and/or knowledge of OSP Construction tasks
• 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. Must pass a physical assessment of those physical demands post offer/pre employment and if returning to work following a leave of absence, conducted at the Company’s assessment vendor.
  

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.

If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team. Together, we'll shape the future of connectivity.

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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company provides reasonable accommodations upon request in accordance with applicable requirements.