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WaveDivision Holdings LLC Field Deployment Technician I or II in Kennard Corner, Washington
Description Astound Broadband, the sixth-largest telecommunications provider in the United States, is a leading supplier of cutting-edge technology and communications services-and applicants like you make it all possible. To develop your career, we provide one-on-one training and coaching, a supportive work environment and the opportunity to represent a superior telecommunications company. Additionally, we offer a robust benefits package, including rewards, recognition and employee discounts to ensure your continued success. With us, you'll stay empowered to do your best work by creating astounding possibilities for local communities and beyond. Position Overview: Astound Broadband is currently searching for a Field Deployment Technician. This position is responsible for taking on troubleshooting, administration, installation and maintenance of the company's and customer's access infrastructure equipment, particularly in our wireless and towers division. The primary position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Perform installations, troubleshoot and repair of Astound Broadband Powered by Wave infrastructure including network connections from microwave and millimeter-wave radio headend to backbone equipment/hardware (interior and exterior) Part of a 24/7 on-call rotation Perform connects and disconnects, upgrades, downgrades, and relocates; install additional hand-offs and install or remove equipment Network Equipment Installation and Troubleshooting: Radio installation - microwave and millimeter-wave equipment. Routers and Switches Cable Placement -Terminations and Splicing - Optical fiber and copper Wi-Fi Equipment - indoor-outdoor Basic DC/AC installation, knowledge and best practices As-Builts and Documentation - Create build history/document and upload to the internal Wiki Perform Site Survey Various tasks and special projects assigned by manager associated with the organization and company with the emphasis of driving efficiency and optimization Our ideal candidate will possess: Required to work at heights installing telecom equipment/materials RF awareness preferred (will certify) Basic to Intermediate experience is required in the following areas: Physical, data-link and network protocols and architectures Routers Firewalls and switches System load balancing and redundant system architecture. Able to set up and or design simple to complex network involving wireless equipment, Cisco switches and routers Demonstrates ability to diagnose and solve problems Exhibits the ability to follow direction and possesses the ability to follow through Must enjoy the challenge of technical concepts and communicate those concepts at varying levels Basic experience with LAN and WAN Technology Ability to comply with all Company implemented safety procedures Knowledge of basic mathematics and electronics Vision ability: close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus Strong attention to detail with excellent time management and organization skills Basic knowledge of DC components and best practices Basic understanding of the physical network layer, CAT 5e/6, 66 blocks, 110 blocks, patch panels, fiber optic cables, etc. Ability to work in fast-paced and dynamic environments with limited supervision Ability to work independently Ability to work while standing 50 - 70% of the time Ability to work with small components and wires to make cable connections Ability to make cable connections in tight spaces by bending, reaching, twisting Ability to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly Must have the ability to communicate by telephone, correspondence, and in person Must possess a good command of the English language, including excellent enunc