Telecommunication Technician Level 4 - Plano, TX

Alamon Inc•Plano, TX

About The Position

Alamon, Inc. is seeking a Telecommunication Technician Level 4 for its Network Services department. The role involves working in central offices, MSOs, and/or data centers to install, maintain, and troubleshoot telecommunications equipment and systems. Equipment may include Adtran, Cisco, Ciena Ethernet and/or DWDM, Infinera, Fujitsu, Calix, Nokia, Galaxy 4848, Galaxy Millennium Controllers, Vertiv and Eltek power systems, and wet/VRLA batteries. The position requires extensive Lumen experience, a self-starting approach, and a safety-oriented mindset. The technician provides central office installation services and follows applicable customer and industry standards. Work includes installing and connecting equipment, cables, power systems, and supporting structures; verifying connectivity; documenting work; and coordinating with engineers, technicians, and customers. The role requires extensive travel to customer facilities nationwide, with lodging and transportation provided while traveling for the company. Work may take place indoors or outdoors, in varied facilities and weather conditions. A high school diploma or GED is preferred. Alamon does not currently support H1B visas for this position. Alamon, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Extensive Lumen experience.
Pass pre-employment screening, including a background check, drug test, and motor vehicle records pull.
Hold a current, valid driver’s license and have a clean driving record, with no DUI/DWIs within the past five years.
Be willing to travel locally, statewide, or regionally as required; the position requires extensive travel.
Be available to work nights and weekends as required by project demands.
Have knowledge of Central Office / MSO / Data Center standards.
Have working knowledge of installing ironwork, earthquake bracing, cable racking, and fiber ducting.
Have DC power (-48VDC) knowledge and be able to install and perform hot cuts as needed.
Understand hand tools and test equipment, and be able to use a computer to interface with customer products.
Be able to plan and coordinate high-risk activities, including identifying equipment, cards, fiber cables, and circuit IDs.
Be able to map out and run new fibers for integration, fiber rolls, and hot cuts.
Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, with strong listening skills.
Have excellent time-management skills and multitasking abilities.
Be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Email, Excel, Word, and OneDrive.
Be able to work outdoors in physically demanding conditions and all weather, lift or move up to 50 pounds, and hike over varied terrain.
Meet the physical demands of the work, including traversing jobsites, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, kneeling, stretching, working at heights, handling ladders, and pushing or pulling equipment.
Be able to distinguish colors, shades, and brightness when working with multicolored copper and fiber-optic cabling.
Be able to follow written and verbal instructions and use practical judgment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Install, maintain, and troubleshoot telecommunications equipment and systems.
Provide central office installation services and comply with applicable quality standards, including Telcordia GR-1275, Lumen 77350 / 77385, AT&T TP-76300 / TP-76400, and/or Verizon IP72202 ISS 5-1 Core Standards.
Write GMOP / DMOP and process associated paperwork within an EJP 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 using connector types such as RJ45, wire wrapping, BNC, LC, and SC.
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 fiber and cable connections.
Maintain accurate records and documentation of equipment, configurations, changes, and maintenance activities.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.