Field Deployment Tower Technician I or II

Astound, the sixth-largest cable operator 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 in our SW Washington area. This position is

responsible for 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 Wave infrastructure including network connections

from microwave and millimeter-wave radio headend to backbone equipment / hardware (interior and

exterior)...

and install or remove equipment

o Radio installation - microwave and millimeter-wave equipment.

o Routers and Switch's

o Cable Placement -Terminations and Splicing - Optical fiber and copper.

o Wi-Fi Equipment - indoor-outdoor

o Perform Site Survey

with the emphasis of driving efficiency and optimization

Our ideal candidate will possess :

Required to work at heights installing telecom equipment / materials on towers, monopoles, etc. including

mounts, radios and antennas – ideally, 1+ years of tower climbing experience.

Competent Tower Climber and Rescue per ANSI / ASSE Z490.1-2009 & ANSI / ASSE Z359.2-2017 (will

certify)

RF awareness preferred (will certify)

Rigging experience preferred

Basic to Intermediate experience is required in the following areas :

o Physical, data-link and network protocols and architectures

o Routers

o Firewalls and switches

o 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

Ability to work in fast-paced and dynamic environments with limited supervision

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

Essential Job Functions :

lack of slang.

facsimile machine, and calculator.

Education and Certifications :

We're Proud to Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package Including :

Base Salary : The base salary range in Washington for this position is $23.00 / hr - $30.00 / hr, 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.

Our Mission Statement :

Diverse Workforce / EEO :

Astound is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.  Discrimination of any kind has no place here.  We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We strive to create a culture that celebrates our differences and promotes fairness and inclusivity in all aspects of our business.

FCO (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.

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