Cable Splicer Field Technician (Future Opportunity)

The Compensation Range For This Job Is $ - $

At Alaska Communications, we’re committed to putting our team first , always being customer focused , having a can-do attitude , owning our results and always acting with integrity . This is what we hire for and what our team members exhibit each day. Want to make an impact with us?

We are unable to support remote international applicants or routinely sponsor work visas. This is a Future Opportunity This is an ongoing posting. Applications will be actively reviewed for current and future openings and filled as vacancies become available. Please note while you may not be contacted immediately, we welcome your interest and look forward to connecting as openings arise. Must possess and maintain an Alaska Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A, and a valid Certificate of Medical Examination (Medical Card). Position Summary Field Technicians duties are to install and maintain all Alaska Communications services, facilities, and products in assigned work areas, remote and non-remote. This is including but not limited to terrestrial (buried and aerial) Copper and Fiber Optic Plant, Wireless and Microwave towers, facilities such as Remote nodes, Access Points, and cross connects.

Essential Functions Reasonable Accommodations Statement Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions listed below.

Examples Of Job Duties Cable Splicer

• Splice, troubleshoot and maintain copper and fiber optic cables.
• Identify, research, and resolve hardware and component issues daily.
• Installs load pots, buildouts, repeater cases, or other transmission improvement devices.
• Performs fault location by use of test sets and pressure gradient methods.
• Install and configure vendor specific cards and equipment.
• Complete Line Station Transfers and cuts.
• Create as-builts and help maintain records by providing updates.

Minimum Qualifications Education Required Must have a high school diploma and must possess and maintain a driver’s license. Four (4) years training in a relevant telephone apprentice program or equivalent experience leading to journeyman level performance in this specialty.

Experience Required Two (2) years' experience in the skills and work this position will typically perform. Ability to operate necessary equipment. To read and interpret schematics and diagrams. Ability to climb and perform work functions on poles and to differentiate colors.

Certifications And Licenses Required As listed below, some levels may require you to possess and maintain an Alaska Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A, as well as a valid Certificate of Medical Examination (Medical Card) and pass a Drug and Alcohol Background check.

Cdl Linemen/Splicers

Additional Requirements External applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment suitability assessment and either a DOT or non-DOT drug test, depending on position.

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