Job Description

Cable Maintenance Technician - Omaha, NE Area

Why Work for GridSource & its family of companies?

GridSource is a full-service utility contractor specializing in construction for the telecommunication and broadband industries, and underground construction for the natural gas distribution industry in the country. Here at GridSource, we understand any company is only as good as its employees and our employees are the most important part of our company. When becoming an employee at GridSource, you are part of a team that looks out for your best interests. Our leadership team is passionate about mentoring and setting our employees up for success!

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Pay Weekly Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) 401k Plan Paid sick leave in accordance with any applicable state or municipal laws

What We're Looking For:

We seek individuals who take pride in delivering exceptional quality every day. The ideal candidate anticipates customer needs and provides solutions that address both current and future requirements.

CenturyLink-Lumen, AT&T or Verizon cable maintenance experience is required.

What you'll do:

Maintains, repairs, and tests copper cable in aerial or buried environments. Maintains, replaces, and repairs all plant facilities and subscriber apparatus required to provide service to customers. Troubleshoots problems that require cable repair, cable maintenance, splicing, etc. Makes splicing rearrangements on existing facilities in buried, aerial, and building work locations. Uses hand tools. Performs testing of subscriber lines, carrier plant, and/or copper plant. Installs, maintains, repairs, and tests residential/small business telecommunication services (POTS and DSL). Connects wires and cables to terminals and attaches/detaches various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, and poles. Performs continuity and/or conformance testing. Reads and interprets customer service orders, technical drawings (mechanical, electrical, digital), maps, blueprints, and diagrams. Receives service orders, worksheets (detailed diagrams describing the nature and location of equipment to be installed or repaired), and repair tickets from supervisors or other designated employees. Works with telecom color-coded wires and cables.

What you'll need:

CenturyLink-Lumen, AT&T or Verizon cable maintenance experience is required. Technician must have a reliable truck, van or SUV capable of transporting tools, equipment, and 28' ladder with ladder rack. Technician must have their own tools (drills and standard telecommunications hand tools) to perform the job, as well as an Android smart phone. Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a copper technician. Must have basic AC/DC knowledge. Must have basic knowledge of subscriber carrier systems. Must be knowledgeable in the efficient operation of test equipment used to verify cable faults. Must have the ability to read cable plats and schematics. Must know the telephone industry-standard color code and have the ability to splice aerial, buried, and underground cable. Comfortable working aloft at heights no greater than 25' and safely moving and lifting up to 80 lbs. Technician must have lace up boots with a defined 1/2-inch heel. Other equipment may be required by local management. Must work varying shifts and hours including possible mandatory overtime, weekends and holidays. Must possess a valid driver's license and have a clean driving record. Must pass background check and drug test.

INTERESTED? Reach out to our recruiting team at (972) 808-7424 or recruiting@gogridsource.com!

GridSource is a proud supporter of our U.S. military, veterans, and their families. Active military, transitioning service members and veterans are encouraged to apply. GridSource is committed to hiring, recruiting, and promoting associates without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status. GridSource is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.