Line Technician (Hatillo)

Liberty Latin America Communications, Inc. • Hatillo, PR

6d

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.

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
• Bilingual (Spanish and English)

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree