Maintenance Technician 3

Job Summary

Maintains and repairs fiber and coaxial transport and distribution cable services including residential and business video, data, telephone, and security.

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
• Performs FCC-required network tests
• Trains and mentors lower-level technicians
• Supports and resolves escalated issues with various groups including Design, construction, ISP, NOC/ROC
• Coordinates and oversees training initiatives for new and existing team members
• Assists in creating and implementing training materials and best practices
• Conducts regular performance assessments and provides constructive feedback

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license in good standing within the state of current residence
• Ability to obtain DOT medical card and CDL where applicable
• Ability to obtain necessary licenses for security services (if applicable)
• In-depth knowledge of FTTH & RFOG Architecture, including Rolt, back haul, and distribution of plant
• Experience with fiber repair and troubleshooting
• Fiber repair and troubleshooting experience
• Knowledge of ISP or “Hot Hands” for ISP experience
• Experience with OSP Construction tasks
• Ability to comprehend and operate appropriate testing equipment

Benefits

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 principles 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.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the job and the company.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.