Business Systems Tech

Kinetic, a business unit of Uniti (NASDAQ: UNIT), is a premier insurgent provider of multi-gigabit fiber internet, whole-home Wi-Fi, internet security, and voice services in 1,400 markets across 18 states in across the U.S.  Additional information about Kinetic is available at www.GoKinetic.com

_________________________________________________________ About The Role Kinetic's team of Business Systems Technicians are vital team members who represent our leading telecommunications brand that connects homeowners, small business, and carrier partners across the United States. Our team of Technicians care about technology and connecting customers to products they value. Through providing technical expertise and customer support, our 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
• Complete necessary safety training and follow safety standards and regulations
• You will report to the Manager of Local Operations

Do You Have?

• 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 call-outs.
• High School Degree or GED equivalent

Even Better

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

Minimum Requirements: Associate Degree in a technical discipline and 4-6 years technical/telephony experience with 4+ years directly related to the job; or 6+ years of directly related telephony or network operations experience and/or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience required. This is a safety sensitive position.

_________________________________________________________ Our Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• Educational Assistance Plan

Uniti is an equal opportunity employer. At Uniti, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans.

Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.

Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email [email protected] as soon as possible for information on Uniti’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements. Notice to Applicants: Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre-employment screenings, including but not limited to drug-screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre-employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third-party with the Candidate’s written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre-employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination.