Quality Control Technician
About The Position
TAK Broadband is a U.S. fiber broadband network construction contractor providing services from construction to drops and fulfillment. The Quality Control Technician, based in Elmhurst, Illinois, ensures the timeliness, completeness, and accuracy of technicians’ work. The role includes post-installation inspections for compliance with client specifications and reviews to confirm proper restoration of work areas. The technician captures photos for inspection reports, performs white-line excavations, collects locate data, and verifies compliance with safety requirements. Work takes place in a variety of outdoor environments, with daily travel around the Chicago metro area and a variety of schedules. The position involves independent work as well as team collaboration. TAK offers full-time employment, weekly pay, compensation of $20–$26 per hour depending on experience, a benefits package, paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, company-paid life insurance, and career development and advancement opportunities.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of telecommunications industry experience, such as cable, internet, telephone, or wireless.
- Experience with quality control and verifications.
- Experience calling in Bluestakes is a plus.
- Experience with underground locates and the ability to use a compass for directional instructions.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand tools for their intended purposes.
- Ability to travel daily around the Chicago metro area and openness 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 to perform ladder work safely; an accommodation may be available based on previous ladder experience in a similar role if personal safety is not compromised.
- Valid government-issued photo ID for verification; a driver’s license is required if the role involves driving.
- Must pass all pre-employment requirements, including motor vehicle record 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 ensure compliance with client specifications.
- Review work to ensure proper restoration of the area.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
