Broadband Technician at Great Plains Communications

McCook, Nebraska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Basic Electronics, Installation Skills, Repair Skills, Sales Experience, Supervisory Skills, Troubleshooting Skills, Communication Skills, Customer Relations Skills, Cable Splicing, Digital Switch Knowledge, Test Equipment Knowledge, Computer Skills, Understanding of Installation, Knowledge of Networks, Knowledge of Cable Television, Ability to Lift Heavy Objects, Ability to Climb Ladders

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

Broadband Technician, McCook, NE RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinates duties pertaining to repair, maintenance, and installation of telephone, Internet and television service. Promotes sale of communications service and equipment. Supervises subordinates and coordinates employee work schedules. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of basic electronics Basic installation and repair (residential, key system) skills Sales experience (promotion of telephone and television services) Knowledge of digital switch Knowledge of accounting principles Knowledge of test equipment including, 965 DSP Dynatel subscriber loop analyzer, Dynatel 573A locater and earth frame, 710B Dynatel resistive fault locater, Triplette Mitigater (power influence), Fiber Optic Fusion Splicer, Fiberlok II mechanical splices, Laser Light Source and Lossmeter for fiber optics, Fiber Optic-Time Domain Reflectometer, and CATV Field Meter per manufacturer’s operating specifications. Cable splicing and locating experience Ability to operate and maintain construction equipment Understanding of installation and repair Analog and T-carrier installations and maintenance Subscriber line testing and cable repair knowledge Ability to interpret staking sheets, maps, work orders, cable counts, etc. Knowledge of Cable Television testing, installation and maintenance Ability to interpret Cable Television maps Typing skills Supervisory skills Trouble shooting skills Valid driver’s license/commercial driver’s license Communication skills - written and verbal Customer relations skills Knowledge of Local and Wide Area Networks Knowledge of cable color code Basic computer skills Knowledge of repair and installation of Internet/High Speed services ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Ability to climb ladders and poles as needed Ability to dig ditches as necessary Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as necessary Ability to supervise employee(s) daily Ability to install/repair telephone and Cable Television service Ability to interpret staking sheets maps and work orders Ability to complete staking sheets and completion notices daily Ability to drive GPC vehicles daily and operate trenchers as necessary, possessing valid driver’s license/commercial driver’s license Ability to operate computer daily Ability to splice cable as necessary Ability to work non-standard hours, nights, weekends and holidays Ability to travel for work or training as necessary Ability to be subject to call out 24 hours a day Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance EDUCATION DESIRED High school graduate or equivalent EXPERIENCE DESIRED 1-7 Years Competitive salary and benefits provided. EOE. To apply, visit www.gpcom.com/careers. High-performing network, high-performing people. Great Plains Communications is the leading fiber-driven technology provider in the Midwest, delivering fast, reliable solutions including high-speed internet and a full suite of residential and business services to nearly 200 communities across Nebraska, Colorado, Iowa and Southeast Indiana. Powered by our 19,000-mile MEF-certified, high-capacity network, we provide state-of-the-art connectivity to homes, businesses and carriers backed by custom-built strategies, expert engineering and local support. What sets us apart? An unwavering commitment to customer experience. From design to deployment, maintenance and beyond, our local experts craft tailored solutions and deliver personalized, ongoing support to keep communities seamlessly connected.

Responsibilities

The Broadband Technician coordinates duties related to the repair, maintenance, and installation of telephone, Internet, and television services. They also supervise subordinates and manage employee work schedules.