Field Technician III

JOB TITLE:   Field Technician III

DEPARTMENT:  Field Operations

COMPANY:    KDL

REPORTS TO: Field Operations Manager

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

 

Field Technician Level III should have the ability to accomplish all field operations roles in the KDL Network.  This is typically a senior level experienced position.

 

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 Install hardware, i.e., racks, bays, mount equipment in racks.Run, lace, dress, wire wrap ABAM cable Run, lace and dress DS3 cable, install BNC’s.Run and lace power cable.Terminate power cable with lugs.Cross connection of all DS1, DS3, and Optical circuits.Access, provision, and align all components of the network such as network elements (NE), amplifiers, muxes, hubs, etc.Act as eyes and hands during troubleshooting for the NOC for such tasks as card swaps and jumper moves.Fiber route maintenance to include visual inspection along with cable locating. Must have solid understanding of the use and operations of LOCATER.Presence and coordination of emergency fiber restorations.Must have solid understanding in the use and operation of OTDR’s to perform monthly trace recording of spare fibers along the routes and to trouble shoot network problems.Must be able to safely operate a 4 wheel drive vehicle/truck.Must be able to safely use basic hand tools.Some heavy lifting of equipment and hand hole/manhole lids required up to 75 pounds.Perform scheduled PM’s on HVAC, fixed and portable generators, DC power plant, fire suppression systems, environmental alarm systems, and optical transport equipment.Document and maintain records for splice locations, splice loss and cable changes for assigned areas and submissions to engineering and CAD departments.Inspection and maintenance of equipment shelter exteriors.Coordination and delivery of generator fuel.Vehicle maintenance to the point of a state of readiness at all times.24X7 on call unless on vacation or specified ahead for requested time off.Maintenance technicians will take direction from NOC personnel when trouble shooting and turning up of new circuits and equipment.

 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

 

Education/Training/Experience:High School diploma.Technical school, military equivalent, or college degree desirable.5-10 years experience working with telecommunications, networking, and or technological solutions in a business environment.In-depth experience in OSP fiber cable locating, protection, and maintenance.Valid driver’s license and a good driving record required.

 

 

Skills/Knowledge/Personal Qualities:Technical school for electronics or military equivalent.Superior interpersonal skills, ability to work well with others.Excellent oral and written communications skills.Detail oriented organizational skillsAnalytical problem solving skillsAdaptability, flexibility, and creativity.Mature professional attitude.Drive to keep learning to advance to next level.PC skills to include working knowledge of Windows XP professional, Word, Excel, mapping programs.Thorough understanding of the operation and use of OTDR’s, fiber locators, DS1/DS3/optical test sets, VOMs, and other test equipment.Ability to understand complex issues and learn quickly

 

Working Conditions:Works in field operations environment, cable routes, regeneration huts and customer collocation sites.Must be able and willing to work in inclement weather conditions.Exposure to high noise levels, chemicals, physical hazards, moving equipment.Frequently works outdoors.Able to be on call 24X7.Willingness to work on evenings, weekends, and holidays, and extended hours as required by workload.

 

Physical Demands:  The associate is required to: Stand, squat, walk, push, pull, climb, reach overhead, and bend to the floorLift 20 to 75 pounds occasionally.Exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Able to walk distances occasionally.

 

Visual Acuity:  Normal vision and accommodation.

· Able to distinguish colors normally.

 

 

Hearing Ability:  Ability to monitor sounds to identify and diagnose changes in order to take appropriate action.

 

Company Offers:

 Excellent PayMedical InsurancePaid Basic Life InsurancePaid Short/Long Term DisabilityDental InsuranceVision Insurance125 Cafeteria PlanExcellent 401(k) PlanDiscount Services

 

Submit resume to  npmiller@kdlinc.com

 

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