Entry Level Cable Technician
Minneapolis, MN 
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Posted 13 months ago
Position No Longer Available
Position No Longer Available
Job Description
Job Description

Basic Logistics:

Location: Starting in the Bay Area of California, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, and Seattle. (Plans on going to Denver & Houston in the future)

Duration: 2+ years with full time opportunity

Start Date: ASAP

Need to knows:

  • We are willing to accept entry level candidates. If you do not have a background in this industry this a is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door on a very cool project!
  • Must be open to travel!
  • Want great culture fits!!!

Job Description:

You will be getting hands on training from experienced coax/fiber splicing technicians. This is a great opportunity to add a knew skillset to your experience. Fiber and coax splicers are becoming more and more in need, and companies are paying great rates to splicing technicians.

What you will be doing: (WILL BE FULLY TRAINED)

  • Splicing and activation which includes setting up and balancing electronics to specifications. Work within a team environment to ensure the full job scope is completed within the scheduled timeframe.
  • Receiving "live" plant training from an experienced splicing technician.
  • Basic daily maintenance of provided vehicle: check fluids, clean and organize vehicle.
  • Safely operate and use bucket truck to complete daily construction assignments as needed (potentially working for extended times on a ladder).
  • Safely set up and operate at a job work site in compliance with local and federal regulations.
  • Complete daily production reports, mark up maps, keep track of work hours and complete "as-built" maps for areas built.
  • Reconcile all issued parts and materials on a daily basis to ensure accurate material usage counts.
  • Continued training and education to support advancement in either technology innovations or role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

  • Someone who takes initiative willingly
  • Ability to learn mechanical tasks such as coax splicing, reading meters (volt, RF and Fiber), conducting tests and performing troubleshooting measures to achieve plant level requirements.
  • Ability to use computer based programs required to support the activation and verification of electronic equipment installs.
  • Able to work in all-weather climates.
  • Able to work at varying heights such as a bucket truck (max 40'), ground level at a pedestal and in an underground vault.
  • Able to work extended periods of time from a ladder.
  • Able to lift 50-100lbs.
  • Reach, push, pull, hold, grasp and perform fine manipulation on cable and electronic equipment.
  • Ability to use the standard tools of the trade (screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, strippers, crimpers, hammers, etc.) to route cable, connect cable and install electronic equipment.
  • Able to work evening, overnight or weekends when needed.
  • Ability to read and build from blueprints and/or wire diagrams.
  • Able to distinguish colors.
  • Sufficient visual and aural acuity to operate a variety of standard test and measurement equipment.
  • Demonstrate support for excellent customer service.
  • Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times.
  • Able to work with limited supervision and completed work has low error rate or quality concerns.
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, motor vehicle check and drug test.
  • Possess a valid driver's license.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Position No Longer Available
Job Summary
Company
TEKsystems
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
Open
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