Maintenance Technician - NewWave Communications - Brazil, IN

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION
• Must be able to perform the duties of Installer and Service Technician.
• Connect, disconnect and relocate cable hardware and systems on subscribers
’ premises.
• Ensure that subscribers receive the required services.
• Inspect, test and repair cable television equipment used to redistribute signals.
• Maintain and repair main cable television transmission lines and distribution systems.
• Repair or replace faulty cables and associated transmission and distribution equipment.
• Communicate with subscribers and company personnel to determine work assignments.
• Connect, disconnect and relocate cable outlets, install splitters, converters, decoders, and install other cable hardware and systems at subscriber’s premises.
• Install cable modems and software to enable Internet access at subscriber’s premises.
• Inspect test and repair cable and satellite television signals and associated equipment at subscriber’s premises.
• Maintain and repair main aerial and underground coaxial and fiber optic cable television transmission lines, trunking and related distribution and interconnecting systems including power supplies and amplifiers.
• Inspect, monitor, test and adjust cable transmission and distribution systems.
• Repair or replace faulty cables, power supplies, amplifiers and other associated transmission and distribution equipment.
• Climb and work aloft on poles, ladders or other support structures.
• Communicate with other workers to co-ordinate the preparation and completion of work assignments.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Contribute to the company vision.
• Provide excellent customer communication skills and be willing to work a variety of hours.
• Be educated in technical terms and procedures as associated with cable television and high speed internet.
• Be able to follow detailed instructions and complete all tasks in an efficient manner.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must have valid state driver’s license, a good driving record, auto insurance, and able to pass pre-employment drug screen test.
• Strong background in mathematics and science is an asset for this position.
• Ability to accurately measure distances, using tapes or other measuring devices.
• Ability to adhere to Local, Federal regulations and Company policies.
• Ability to carry, climb and operate extension ladder, (approx. 28 ft high and 75 pounds).
• Ability to climb poles using gaffs, hooks and climbing belt as needed.
• Ability to differentiate between different sizes and colors of wires.
• Ability to dig in all types of soil to bury cable.
• Ability to drive Company vehicle in a safe and responsible manner.
• Ability to make cable connections in tight spaces by bending, reaching, twisting.
• Ability to operate appropriate computer or test equipment associated with position.
• Ability to perform job from high places (i.e. poles and roofs).
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively.
• Ability to read general system layouts from blue prints and system maps.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language to communicate with employees, customers, suppliers, in person, on the phone, and by written communications in a clear, straight-forward, and professional manner.
• Ability to use the following hand tools: electric drills, hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers in the installation of cable to the residence and TV set converters.
• Ability to walk over all types of terrain in all kinds of weather while carrying tools and equipment, including gaffs, ladders, and fully loaded tool belts.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work while standing 50 – 70% of the time.
• Ability to work with small components and wires to make cable connections.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics and electronics.
• Knowledge of cable television products and services.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code and National Electrical Safety Code.
• Knowledge of redesign and measuring voltage wiring; advanced splicing skills.
• Vision ability: close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent
NCTI Service Technician Course or equivalent

RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

Service or Installer Repair Technician (2 years)

WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposure to dust, dirt, noise, insects, cleaning solutions
Work outdoors in all kinds of weather and at all times of the day or night
Work performed near power lines and electricity
Work and travel in inclement weather

This position includes a competitive salary, health insurance, vacation, sick pay, paid holidays, 401k and other benefits available.