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OTAVA® · 1 day ago

Communications Tech 1

Maricopa, Arizona, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$18/hr - $18/hr

1+ years exp

Orbitel Communications is seeking a Communications Tech 1 to provide customer support and maintenance for broadband services. The role involves installing, troubleshooting, and repairing services for residential and commercial customers, as well as splicing fiber cables for new construction.

Cloud ManagementCloud SecurityCloud StorageInformation TechnologySecuritySoftware

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Install, disconnect, connect, upgrade, downgrade, make changes, troubleshoot and repair customer provided services at residential and commercial locations

Maintain broadband system by testing to locate trouble, opening cable to replace or repair defective sections and closing or sealing cable

Splices cable to protector devices and central office main distribution frame and splices drop cable to the central office cable system

Educate customers in the services being provided and the proper use of equipment, propose solutions, and describes advantages of and sells additional services

Maintain an appropriate and professional image of the company through appearance, demeanor, driving habits, and interactions with customers

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Fiber installationTroubleshootingSplicing fiberElectronicsTest equipment operationComputer skillsOSHA regulationsWork independently

Required

High School Diploma or GED

A valid Driver's License and clean driving record is required

1–2 years of CATV, fiber installation, or other relevant technical/electronic experience

Able to install, troubleshoot, and repair customer products/services using knowledge of plant distribution, fiber systems, and customer equipment

Ability to install and run fiber drops, interior fiber pathways, and terminate customer fiber services

Able to locate and mark underground services utilizing test equipment, prints, and database mapping software

Splice and repair fiber, including fusion splicing, ribbon splicing, and prepping fiber terminals for activation

Knowledge and experience working with electronics, DC power, and fiber optic equipment

Able to properly operate small hand tools, power tools, and test equipment

Able to work independently and plan tasks to complete projects efficiently

Strong computer skills in Word and Excel

Able to accurately measure distances using tapes or other measuring devices

Able to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires/cables

Ability to work in tight spaces including attics, crawl spaces, cabinets, utility closets, and telco rooms

Knowledge of and ability to comply with all OSHA, FCC, NEC, and local ordinances

Benefits

Group health & dental insurance

401(k) program with company match

Generous PTO program

Company wellness program

Employer-paid short- and long-term disability

And much more!

Company

OTAVA®

OTAVA is your secure & compliant multi-cloud expert. The world is automated. People are not.

Founded in 1994

Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.otava.com

H1B Sponsorship

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