Coax Cable Technician

JOB SUMMARY

• The Sweep Technician will be responsible for performing signal egress/ingress detection; sweeping alignment; installations; troubleshooting; test point measurements; system balance and preliminary proofs.
• The Sweep Technician will be responsible for performing emergency restoration of signal outages in the feeder/distribution and trunk systems
• The Sweep Technician will be responsible for adjusting, repairing or replacing passive or active components, including power supplies and power inserters.
• The Sweep Technician reports to the Manager, Technical Field Operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The Sweep Technician is accountable for the following items for MaxxSouth Broadband:

• Balancing, aligning, and adjustment of components and equipment used to amplify and process signals utilizing general system layouts from blue prints and system maps, routine troubleshooting, surveys, locates, outage repair, track/repair CLI, construction maintenance, in accordance with MaxxSouth procedures and practices.
• Performing forward and return distribution system activations and repairs.
• Collecting, analyzing and presenting information on an accurate and timely basis.
• Compiling data for inclusion in FCC reports;
• Maintaining records, conduct tests, and prepare reports as required in a timely and accurate manner.
• Testing main trunk lines using signal level meters, volt-OHM meters, spectrum analyzers and other related test equipment on a regular basis, compare findings in the field with documentation.
• Troubleshooting and repairing problems associated with RF, AC, DC portion of the forward and reverse plant, such as transmission levels, signal losses, and off-air interference.
• Occasionally perform routine troubleshooting on customer service related trouble calls.
• Troubleshooting the plant from the customer’s equipment through the distribution/feeder cable back to Head end.
• Performing troubleshooting of service failures related to all levels of service and products
• Surveying the plant in order to ensure service availability to potential subscribers.
• Performing locates of existing plant in order to prevent cable damage and system interruption.
• Responding to and repair service interruptions during regular business hours and after hours as required.
• Performing CLI ride-out and track and repair leakage, as necessary.
• Splicing aerial/underground coaxial cable and equipment to restore cable plant to system specifications.
• Repairing and/or replacing damaged aerial/underground plant.
• Maintaining company assigned vehicles, tools, test equipment and safety equipment.
• Performing customer courtesy calls before arriving and to check that they are onsite.
• Safely operating all equipment essential to complete work, including but not limited to extension ladders and bucket trucks and staying within safety weight limits in inclement weather.
• Reporting any system problems or damages to the Technical Supervisor in a timely manner;
• Maintaining a working relationship with managers and maintenance people in assigned areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED – required
• At least two (2) years in the cable field as a maintenance technician or high skill level.
• Comprehensive knowledge of trunk, distribution, and optoelectronic systems, contemporary Sweep test equipment, Analyzers, OTDR, TDR, and various RF equipment.
• Formal electronics training, NCTI, SCTE Certification or equivalent preferred.
• Computer literate with knowledge of Windows software
• Ability to perform physically demanding work and lift minimum of 75 lbs.
• Team oriented
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively

Other Requirements

• Background record that meets Company standards;
• Reliable means of transportation at all times;
• Present professional appearance and demeanor;
• Performing any miscellaneous duties as needed;
• Overtime may be required; On-call rotation may be required;
• Ability to work non-standard hours (evenings, weekends, holidays, etc.).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• CATV Technician: 2 years (Preferred)
• cable technician: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person