Telecommunication Technician Level 4 - Houston, TX

Alamon•Houston, TX

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About The Position

Alamon, Inc., a Montana-based employee-owned company since 1975, provides installation services to the utilities, energy, and communications industries nationwide. There is no ceiling when it comes to your professional growth at Alamon, an employee – owned company. Alamon, Inc. seeks a Telecommunication Technician Level 4 for its Network Services department. This position entails: working in Central Offices, MSO and/or Data Centers, installing equipment to include Adtran, Cisco, Ciena (Ethernet and/or DWDM), Infinera, Fujitsu, Calix, Nokia, Galaxy 4848, Galaxy Millennium Controllers, Vertiv Power Systems, Eltek Power Systems and Wet/VRLA Battery replacements. The Level 4 Telecommunication Technician must have extensive Lumen experience, be a self-starter and possess a safety-oriented mindset. This position requires extensive travel. Watch this video to see how great a career at Alamon can be! Welcome to Alamon

Requirements

Must pass the pre-employment screening process which includes a background check, drug test and motor vehicle records pull.
Have the ability and mentality to work outdoors, in a physically demanding work environment and all-weather conditions, lifting or moving up to 50lbs., and hiking over various terrain.
Possess a current and valid driver’s license and a clean driving record with no DUI / DWIs within the past 5 years.
Willing to travel locally, statewide, or regionally as required.
Be available to work nights and weekends as required by project demands.
Highschool Diploma or GED preferred.
Must have knowledge of the Central Office / MSO / Data Center standards.
Must have a working knowledge of installing ironwork, earthquake bracing, cable racking and fiber ducting.
Must have DC Power (-48VDC) knowledge and be able to install and perform hot cuts as needed.
Extensive understanding of hand tools, test equipment, and ability to use a computer to interface with customer products.
Possess the skills and ability to plan and coordinate high-risk activity including identifying equipment, cards, fiber cables, and circuit IDs.
Ability to map out and run new fibers for integration, fiber rolls, and hot cuts.
Communicate effectively, including proficiency in written and verbal communications, with strong listening skills.
Possess excellent time-management skills and multitasking abilities.
Be proficient in Microsoft Office computer applications: Email, Excel, Word, OneDrive.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and troubleshoot telecommunication equipment and systems
Provide central office installation services and adhere to the quality standards required for Telcordia GR-1275, Lumen 77350 / 77385, ATT TP-76300 / TP-76400 and/or Verizon IP72202 ISS 5-1 Core Standards
Write GMOP / DMOP and process all associated paperwork within an EJP that is required for each job
Read and interpret floor plans, rack drawings, and customer-provided work orders
Install relay racking, cable racking, fiber ducting, auxiliary framing and other superstructure elements
Install and sew copper and fiber cables utilizing an array of connector types (RJ45 / wire wrapping, BNC, LC/SC, etc.)
Perform lacing, stitching, and sewing
Install DC power rectification, batteries, fuse panels and BDFB/BDCBB
Work effectively with engineers, technicians, and customers
Verify network and timing connectivity and continuity of various fiber and cable connections
Maintain accurate records and documentation of all equipment, configurations, changes and maintenance activities
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.