Up to $5,000 in Relocation Assistance!Astound Broadband, the sixth-largest telecommunications provider in the United States, is a leading supplier of cutting-edge technology and communications servicesand 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 Commercial Technician based out of Port Orchard, Sequim, Port Angeles, Tacoma, Olympia, Seattle, Federal Way. The position will report to Seattle, WA, but will perform installs throughout the state. This position is responsible for performing work involving installation, test, configuration, and maintenance of communications systems in Customer Premise Locations, Point of Presence (POP) and outside enclosure cabinet environments. Systems involve SONET and ETHERNET network elements including transmission, transport and distribution systems to provide advance services and other high capacity services for commercial business customers. Use of various fiber and copper TDM and ETHERNET test equipment such as the BUTT Set, Optical Light meters, fiber scopes, Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR), JDSU-3000 ETHERNET test set with the ability to setup and test to RFC-2544 standards. This will be more of a remote position through our home start, and the Commercial Technician I will occasionally come into the office for meetings and inventory restocking.
Responsibilities:Perform installation and testing of CAT-5 and Fiber cross connects in an MTC environment as well as Customer Premise Equipment (CPE) including ETHERNET Network Interface Devices (NID), Session Initiated Protocol (SIP) and Integrated Access Devices (IAD) for IP voice, switches, routers and media converters for data services, channel banks, 66 blocks, and RJ-48x TDM access devicesTerminate and test CAT-3, CAT-5 and CAT-6 and test fiber cablingUse of various fiber and copper TDM and ETHERNET test equipment such as the BUTT Set, Optical Light meters, fiber scopes, Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR), JDSU-3000 ETHERNET test set with the ability to setup and test to RFC-2544 standardsInstalls, configures, provisions, checks, maintains, and adjusts a wide variety of -48V DC Power, SONET and ETHERNET transport and CPE equipment to provide voice, METRO ETHERNET, and Optical Internet services, advance services, as well as alternate access through transmission, transport, and distribution equipmentVerifies, validates, and authenticates the operational performance of DC Power, SONET, ETHERNET and Telephony transport and CPE equipment for compliance to design specifications and quality of service targets by utilizing appropriate test equipment and craft analysis management platforms3-Responds to alarms or outage notification; analyzes and troubleshoots problems for quick resolution in conjunction with Network Operations Center and/or local SOC and on-call engineering staff; restores serviceResponsible for ensuring installation, documentation, and turn-up of circuits and equipment conforms to engineering standardsActs as a primary liaison with other departments, vendors, customers, and interconnection activities to correct error conditionsEnsures transmission and distribution equipment meets Astound Broadband Powered by Wave, franchise, and FCC standardsImplements work orders and coordinates installation, test, and acceptance with field systems technicians to ensure customer acceptance of circuits and servicesApplies engineering standards, for equipment installation, cable routing, termination, testing and labeling, including equipment grounding and labelingInstalls DOCSIS based solutions for Small BusinessesOther duties as assigned by managementQualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredAt least 1 years of experience in SONET/ETHERNET/Telephony/Routing/Networking environment required. 3-5 years preferredDeep and broad understanding of SONET/ETHERNET and Telephony technologies including WDM, Channel banks, 66 Blocks, DS0, DS-1, DS-3, OC-3, OC-12, and OC-48Ability to Subnet, use of Command line interface and routing protocols, Switching, VLAN, basic MPLSDemonstrated ability to analyze complex technical issues using acquired knowledge and written references as necessaryAbility to prioritize work in network and transport operationsDemonstrated broad knowledge of installation, operations, maintenance and repair of SONET, ETHERNET, Telephony and Voice transmission and customer premise equipmentIn-depth knowledge of SONET, ETHERNET and Routing theoryProven logical, organized thought process with the ability to apply these traits to novel situationsAbility to lift up to 50 lbs.Ability to drive company vehicle in a safe and responsible mannerAbility to drive significantly for local travelAbility to consistently stay organized and prioritize daily tasks and or projects assigned while being able to shift gears as neededAbility to safely work on or around high voltage power (AC or DC)Must possess a clean driving history and valid driver’s licenseOccasionalemergency overnight call-outsAbility to differentiatebetween colorsBasic computer knowledgeand professional correspondenceEducationRequired:High School or equivalentWe're Proud to Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including:Competitive compensation including base salary plus uncapped commissions plan401k with employer match and immediate vestingGas mileage reimbursement programPaid parental leaveTuition reimbursement programEmployee discount programEntrepreneurial yet established and growing organization where you can make a true impact!The base salary range in Washington for this position is $21.00/hr - $38.00, plus opportunities for bonus, benefits and commission, if applicable. The base pay range represents the low and high end of the hiring range for this job. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to relevant skills, experience, and capabilities. It is specific to Washington and may not be applicable to other locations.Commercial Technician I - $21.00/hr - $28.75/hrCommercial Technician II - $23.00/hr - $32.00/hrCommercial Technician III - $28.00/hr - $38.00/hrOur Mission Statement:* Take care of our customers* Take care of each other* Do what we say we are going to do* Have funDiverse Workforce / EEO:Astound Broadband is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace, support, and thrive on each other’s differences to maximize the experience of our teammates and our community. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.CCPA Employee Privacy Policy (For California Candidates Only):https://www.astound.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/CCPA-Employee-Privacy-Notice.pdfFCO (For San Francisco Candidates Only): Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.EducationRequiredHigh School or betterEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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