Network Technician Field Operations

Uniti

Monroe (LA)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Uniti is seeking a Network Technician to support field operations nationwide from Monroe, LA. You will install, maintain, and repair voice, data, and transport networks, and perform post-install tests to ensure call processing functionality.

This role requires OTDR testing, safety training, and the ability to work inside and outside, with on-call rotations. Candidates should have an associate degree or equivalent telephony experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift up to 50

Qualifications

Associates degree or 4+ years telephony experience required.
Ability to understand CLR/DLR and engineering job packs.
OTDR testing and result interpretation required.
Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
Color discrimination and ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

Perform routine installation, maintenance, and repair of network systems.
Complete post-install tests for call processing and AMA testing.
Coordinate central office/network equipment, fiber cross-connects and wiring.
Perform OTDR tests and interpret results.
Provide stand-by and on-call coverage.
Report to the Network Infrastructure Local Manager.

Skills

Technical aptitude

OTDR testing

Driver’s license

Color discrimination

Safety-conscious

Education

Associate's Degree in a technical discipline

Two-year technical degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Tellabs DLC

Calix DSLAM

Adtran TA5000

Lucent DSLAM

Viavi test sets

Job description

About the Role:

Uniti’s team ofNetwork Techniciansare vital team members who represent our field operations that connects homeowners, small business, enterprise, and carrier partners across the United States. Our team of Network Technicians care about technology and connecting customers to products they value. Through providing technical expertise and customer support, our Network Technicians create meaningful connections with customers that create long-term relationships.

What You’ll Do:

Perform routine installation, maintenance, and repair activities for network systems including voice, data, network, transport, and video equipment.
Complete post installation tests for call processing functionality and AMA testing.
Coordinate central office/Network equipment, card/SFP insertions, translations, fiber cross-connects and inside wiring activities.
Perform OTDR tests and understand results.
Fixed Wireless Installation & Maintenance.
Safely operate and maintain clean and organized company service vehicle.
Work in both inside and outside environments.
Provide Stand-by and On Call coverage.
Maintain central office and remotes including routine and preventative maintenance items.
Complete necessary safety training and follow safety standards and regulations.
You will report to the Network Infrastructure Local Manager.

Do You Have:

Associate's Degree in a technical discipline and 2-3 years technical/telephony experience; or 4+ years of directly related telephony experience, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related telephony experience.
Ability to understand CLR/DLR and Engineering job packs.
Ability to perform OTDR tests and understand results.
Basic technology and math skills - Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
Ability to distinguish colors in use of color-coded cable.
Ability to use equipment with maximum load capacity of 275lbs.
Ability to lift up to 50lbs, capable of working aloft.
Ability to successfully complete required safety training.
Ability to work assigned schedules and extended hours including day, evening, weekend, and holiday hours.
Ability to respond to after hour callouts.
Ability to complete battery and generator testing.
Knowledge in the following areas:
DS1/DS3 installation, testing, and troubleshooting.
Analog Transport installation, testing, and troubleshooting.
SONET OC3/12/48 installation, testing, and troubleshooting.
WDM/CWDM/DWDM installation, testing, and troubleshooting.
EWSD programming and troubleshooting.
EWSD Translations
Fiber training
Previous CO training

Experience with the following vendors/ models of transport equipment:

Tellabs (AFC) DLC
Zhone AccessNode DLC
Calix C7 DLC/DSLAM
Calix E7
OfficeSuite
Lucent DSLAM
Hatteras HN4000
Optelian WDM/CWDM/DWDM
Adtran TA3000/ TA5000
Adtran 1148/1248 DSLAM
Adtran 2820 multiplexer
Adtran 5000
Juniper M10/M170
Alcatel DML 3 X 50 Rockwell
Alcatel 7470
Fujitsu 2400 TRIB
Fujitsu 150
WideBank DCS
Turin

Experience with the following models/ vendors of test equipment:

T-COM
T-Bird
Acterna 2310
Viavi 6000 GigE test set
Viavi 580 ONX test set
Viavi Smart OTDR
Midtronics Battery test set

Even Better:

Certifications or training directly related to the position
Two-year technical degree in computers or electronics, or the equivalent in work experience

This is a safety sensitive position.

Physical Tasks - Standing Continuously: 67-100% | Walking Continuously: 67 - 100% | Sitting Occasionally: 0-33%

Repetitive Hand Action : >Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | >Fine Manipulating: Continuously: 67-100% |Operate Foot Control: Occasionally: 0-33%

Exposures to : Cold: Frequently: 34-66%, Heat: Frequently: 34-66%, Dampness: Occasionally: 0-33%, Heights: Occasionally: 0-33%, Vibration: Occasionally: 0-33%, Skin Irritants: Occasionally: 0-33%, Lung Irritants: Dust: Occasionally: 0-33%, Fumes/Gases: Occasionally: 0-33%

Equipment Used in Job Performance/Working Environment : Test Equipment, Ladders, Climbing Hooks, Hand and Power Tools, Van

Types of Driver’s License Required : Driver’s License

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