Installation & Repair Seasonal Technician (Locator)

Job description

At Alaska Communications, we’re committed to putting our team first , always being customer focused , having a can-do attitude , owning our results and always acting with integrity . This is what we hire for and what our team members exhibit each day. Want to make an impact with us? We are unable to support remote international applicants or routinely sponsor work visas. The compensation range for this job is: $45.31 - $51.03 Primary Duty The primary duties of this position will be performing locates. Additionally, Field Technicians duties are to install and maintain all Alaska Communications services, facilities, and products in assigned work areas, remote and non-remote. This is including but not limited to terrestrial (buried and aerial) Copper and Fiber Optic Plant, Wireless and Microwave towers, facilities such as Remote nodes, Access Points, and cross connects. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions listed below. Examples of Job Duties Complete service orders, repair orders, capital work orders, and maintenance work. Complete Line Station Transfers and cuts. Install and qualify data cabling to the current specifications. Installs all business and residential station wiring and establishes the demarcation point. Makes preventive maintenance inspections to determine potential deterioration in service. Installs aerial and underground drops and does underground drop location. Splices to plant as required. Corrects deficiencies in wiring by splicing or replacing to include distribution, house cables, station wiring, or underground, as well as aerial drops. Minimum Education and Experience Required Must have a high school diploma and must possess and maintain a driver’s license. Four (4) years training in a relevant telephone apprentice program or equivalent experience leading to journeyman level performance in this specialty, with two (2) years' experience in the skills and work this position will typically perform. Ability to operate necessary equipment. To read and interpret schematics and diagrams. Ability to climb and perform work functions on poles and to differentiate colors. Certifications and Licenses Required As listed below, some levels may require you to possess and maintain an Alaska Driver's License, as well as a valid Certificate of Medical Examination (Medical Card) and pass a DOT Drug and Alcohol Background check. We hope you’ll join us as we change lives through technology.