Job Details

Telecommunication Technician Level 3

Position Summary:

Alamon, Inc., a Montana-based employee-owned company since 1975, provides installation services to the utilities, energy, and communications industries nationwide. There is no ceiling when it comes to your professional growth at Alamon, an employee - owned company.

Alamon, Inc. seeks a Telecommunication Technician Level 3 for its Network Services department.

This position entails: working in Central Offices, MSO and/or Data Centers and installing equipment including Adtran, Cisco, Ciena (Ethernet and/or DWDM), Infinera, Fujitsu, Calix, Nokia, Galaxy 4848, Galaxy Millennium Controllers, Vertiv Power Systems, Eltek Power Systems, and Wet/VRLA Battery replacements. The Level 3 Technician must have Lumen, installation and testing experience. Must be a self-starter and possess a safety-oriented mindset. This job requires extensive travel.

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Job Description:

• Telecommunication Technician Level 3 will act as a lead and experience in such a role is required.
• Must be able to work on the road for extended periods of time.
• Understand Central Office installation and Quality Standards contained in Telcordia GR-1275, Lumen 77350 / 77385, ATT TP-76300 / TP-76400 and/or Verizon IP72202 ISS 5-1 Core Standards.
• Read and interpret floor plans, rack drawings, and customer-provided work orders.
• Have the skills and ability to plan and coordinate high-risk activities including identifying equipment, cards, pluggable, fiber cables, and circuit IDs, and map out and run new fibers for integration, fiber rolls, and hot cuts.
• Extensive understanding of hand tools, test equipment, and ability to use a computer to interface with customer products.
• Safely handle and operate power tools including bandsaws, rotary tools, cable cutters, hammer drills, and hydraulic crimpers.
• Responsible for managing and maintaining assigned tool inventories.
• Perform daily Job Safety Analysis (JSA)/weekly Toolbox Talk with team and document.
• Assist in the training and development of Level 1, 2 & 3 technicians assigned to team.
• Thorough understanding of, and adherence to company safety policies and incident reporting procedures.
• Install relay racking, cable racking, fiber ducting, auxiliary framing, and other superstructure elements.
• Install and sew copper and fiber cables utilizing an array of connector types (RJ45, wire wrapping, BNC, LC/SC, etc.).
• Proficient understanding and experience in lacing/stitching/sewing central office wire.
• Install DC power rectification, batteries, fuse panels, and BDFB/BDCBB.
• Work effectively with customer supervisors, engineers, and technicians.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Drive.
• Communicate effectively, including proficiency in written and verbal communications, with strong listening skills.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Must pass the pre-employment screening process which includes a background check, drug test and motor vehicle records pull.
• Have the ability and mentality to work outdoors, in a physically demanding work environment and all-weather conditions, lifting or moving up to 50lbs., and hiking over various terrain.
• Possess a current and valid driver's license and a clean driving record with no DUI / DWIs within the past 5 years.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Willing to travel locally, statewide, or regionally as required.
• Be available to work nights and weekends as required by project demands.

Work Environment:

• The Telecommunication Technician Level 3 position requires visiting Alamon customer site facilities nationwide, travel is required.
• Must be able to work in enterprise, educational, warehouse, and manufacturing settings.
• Indoor and outdoor work will be based off the scope of the contract.
• Exposure to dust, odors, gases, vapors, varying noise levels, and wet or slick surfaces may be possible.
• When appropriate, wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with Company standards and governmental regulations.
• This position may require working outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions and terrain; may work for long periods in hot, cold, wet, windy, or icy conditions.

Physical Demands:

• Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at a time.
• Must be able to ride in a vehicle for extended periods of time to travel to and from job sites.
• Ability to work at different temperatures and through changing weather conditions.
• Must be able to traverse all areas of the Jobsite. This may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, kneeling, or stretching.
• The ability to clearly distinguish colors, shades, and brightness when working with multi-colored cablings such as twisted pair copper and fiber optic cable.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and use practical judgment while working through job assignments.
• Ability to work at heights, handle ladders, along with pushing and pulling equipment.

Travel Requirements:

• This position requires extensive travel.
• Lodging is provided while working and traveling for the Company.

Education and Experience:

• Trade school or equivalent installation experience.
• Ability to comply with Central Office / MSO / Data Center standards.
• Must have DC Power (-48VDC) knowledge and be able to install and perform hot cuts as needed.
• Have knowledge of the Lumen practices 77350.
• CIENA 6500 / Infinera GX30 installation is preferred but not mandatory.
• Excellent time-management skills and multitasking abilities.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance policy
• Pharmacy Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Vacation time
• Employer-paid health insurance for each full-time employee
• ESOP company= Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Lodging and transportation are provided while traveling.

Work Authorization:

Alamon does not currently support the H1B VISA for this position.

EOE:

Alamon Inc is an equal opportunity employer. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Alamon Inc does not discriminate in employment decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Pay Range: $30 - $34 per hour