Line Technician

Liberty Latin America Communications, Inc.

51d

About The Position

Maintains system levels as specified in system operating instructions; calculates amplifier output; sets and replaces distribution and line extender amplifiers. Diagnoses and changes out power supplies and line amplifiers in the field, as required. Accurately uses stores and maintains VOM, DMM, system sweep, bench sweep, return loss bridge, spectrum analyzer and waveform monitor. Sets trunk levels, sets-up and changes out trunk amplifiers, calculates signal level losses in cable and equipment for trunk lines and distribution lines, including fiber optic cables. Performs installation, repairmen and stabilizing of nodes daily. Installs electronics, makes power supplies connections, balances and tests battery loads and power supplies stand by operations. Accurately use, stores, and maintains all test equipment used in systems. Conducts systems tests such as: signal/noise, signal/hum, summation, and sweep, chart recording, return Loss Bridge, including monthly, semi-annual, and annual tests. Assumes full responsibility for trouble shooting and repair of the entire distribution and trunk system. Responsible for working with and handling contractors, preparing detailed work prints, writing Job Cost estimates, and creating a bill of materials (BOM) for aerial and underground projects. Responsible for project through to completion, including, monitoring contractor progress up to and including processing of invoices from contractors to assure Company specifications are met. Assists and effects interface for required revisions to strand and design maps. Climbs poles, ladders, towers, and other structures as needed. Lifts and carries loads of up to 150 lbs. using appropriate equipment. Safely and efficiently operate tools including OTDR, fusion splicer, power meter, light and traffic meter, ladders, step ladders, truck mounted aerial lift devices, and assorted hand tools. Resolve digital problems from HSD modem back to distributions, front line, optical nodes to head-end. Solves problems power supplies as required. Perform field engineering to include assessing the site, detailing the layout, resolving proposed location of electronics equipment (such as node locations, power supplies, taps and amplifier locations). Operates Bucket Trucks in compliance with company safety procedures. Responsible for using PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) provided by the company. Perform temporizations of feeder and trunk cable. Performs all work in a safe manner ensuring the safety of co-workers, customers, the general public, and the employee. All work is done in mentorship with the National Electric Code, National Electrical Safety Code, and OSHA regulations. Drives Company vehicles every single day and maintains accurate inventory of vehicle stock. Demonstrates and ensures compliance with The Customer 1st Philosophy, Liberty Latin America Code of Conduct and Liberty safety standards and procedures. Other functions that may be assigned.

Requirements

Associate degree in Electronics, preferred.
6 years related technical experience in the CATV industry.
Serve as Service & CLI Technician for at least 2 years.
SCTE Certification.
Good communication and positive interpersonal skills.
Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred.
Available to execute stand by shift.
Strive to perform efficiently outages within a given timeframe.
Available to assist in system outages after natural disasters such as hurricanes on 24/7 schedules, if needed.
Availability to be moved from area of worked due to operational needs.
Knowledge of National Electrical Codes, FCC regulations and telecommunications transportation.
Strive to make cable connections in tight spaces by bending, reaching, twisting.
Ability to operate appropriate computer or test equipment associated with position (e.g. signal level meters, ohm meters, etc.).
Domain in electrical and electronics.
Good analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
Computer-literate, knowledge in Microsoft Office.
Customer Focus and service oriented.
Proven knowledge on Telecommunications, especially on cable, telephone, and Internet.
Knowledge in the usage of Business accounts equipment.
Knowledge on return activation and maintenance.
Valid driver’s license Cat. 5.
Valid electronic & electrical certification.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Electronics, preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains system levels as specified in system operating instructions
Calculates amplifier output
Sets and replaces distribution and line extender amplifiers
Diagnoses and changes out power supplies and line amplifiers in the field, as required
Accurately uses stores and maintains VOM, DMM, system sweep, bench sweep, return loss bridge, spectrum analyzer and waveform monitor
Sets trunk levels
Sets-up and changes out trunk amplifiers
Calculates signal level losses in cable and equipment for trunk lines and distribution lines, including fiber optic cables
Performs installation, repairmen and stabilizing of nodes daily
Installs electronics, makes power supplies connections, balances and tests battery loads and power supplies stand by operations
Accurately use, stores, and maintains all test equipment used in systems
Conducts systems tests such as: signal/noise, signal/hum, summation, and sweep, chart recording, return Loss Bridge, including monthly, semi-annual, and annual tests
Assumes full responsibility for trouble shooting and repair of the entire distribution and trunk system
Responsible for working with and handling contractors, preparing detailed work prints, writing Job Cost estimates, and creating a bill of materials (BOM) for aerial and underground projects
Responsible for project through to completion, including, monitoring contractor progress up to and including processing of invoices from contractors to assure Company specifications are met
Assists and effects interface for required revisions to strand and design maps
Climbs poles, ladders, towers, and other structures as needed
Lifts and carries loads of up to 150 lbs. using appropriate equipment
Safely and efficiently operate tools including OTDR, fusion splicer, power meter, light and traffic meter, ladders, step ladders, truck mounted aerial lift devices, and assorted hand tools
Resolve digital problems from HSD modem back to distributions, front line, optical nodes to head-end
Solves problems power supplies as required
Perform field engineering to include assessing the site, detailing the layout, resolving proposed location of electronics equipment (such as node locations, power supplies, taps and amplifier locations)
Operates Bucket Trucks in compliance with company safety procedures
Responsible for using PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) provided by the company
Perform temporizations of feeder and trunk cable
Performs all work in a safe manner ensuring the safety of co-workers, customers, the general public, and the employee
All work is done in mentorship with the National Electric Code, National Electrical Safety Code, and OSHA regulations
Drives Company vehicles every single day and maintains accurate inventory of vehicle stock
Demonstrates and ensures compliance with The Customer 1st Philosophy, Liberty Latin America Code of Conduct and Liberty safety standards and procedures
Other functions that may be assigned