Quality Control Technician

TAK Broadband • Elmhurst, IL

25d • $20 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

TAK Broadband is a U.S. fiber broadband network construction contractor operating in 42 states and providing services from construction through fulfillment. The company works with engineering teams, distributors, and construction and technician crews to complete projects across ISP types and markets.

The Quality Control Technician joins TAK’s team in Elmhurst, Illinois. The role ensures the timeliness, completeness, and accuracy of technicians’ work by conducting post-installation inspections against client specifications and reviewing restoration work. The technician documents inspections with photos, performs white line excavations and collects locate data, and verifies compliance with safety requirements. The work involves outdoor environments, daily travel around the Chicago metro area, company vehicle use, and both independent work and team collaboration. The position is full-time and pays $20–$26 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, such as cable, internet, telephone, or wireless.
• Experience with quality control and verifications.
• Experience with underground locates and the ability to use a compass for directional instructions.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to use hand tools for their intended purposes.
• Ability to travel daily around the Chicago metro area and remain open to a variety of schedules.
• Excellent customer service, time management, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to learn and operate testing equipment and software or programs.
• Ability to use hand tools, identify wire size and color, and accurately use measuring devices.
• Ability to carry, climb, operate, and work on an extension ladder approximately 28 feet high and weighing 75 pounds.
• Ability to work indoors, outdoors, in tight spaces, and at elevated heights, including bending, reaching, twisting, climbing, and standing for up to 70% of the time.
• Ability to safely navigate varied terrain while managing equipment and tools.
• Body weight of no more than 275 pounds for ladder work, with possible accommodation based on prior ladder experience if personal safety is not compromised.
• Provide a valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a driver’s license is required if the role involves driving.
• Pass all pre-employment requirements, including an MVR check, background check, and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Experience calling in Bluestakes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the timeliness, completeness, and accuracy of work performed by technicians.
• Perform post-installation inspections to confirm compliance with client specifications.
• Review work to ensure the area has been properly restored.
• Capture photos and attach them to inspection reports.
• Perform white line excavations and collect locate data.
• Verify that the system complies with safety requirements.
• Work safely in accordance with OSHA and company guidelines.
• Prioritize, organize, and complete tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Work in a variety of outdoor environments.
• Drive company vehicles responsibly and safely.
• Conduct and attend meetings as needed.

Benefits

• Full benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match.
• $25,000 company-paid life insurance.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Paid weekly.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed