Telecommunications Technician
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About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

Lumen's commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We've made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we're the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.

We're looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

Are you willing to learn new technologies, provide friendly and knowledgeable solutions to our customers? Join our team as a Design Technician providing excellence in servicing the customer, selling our products and integrated communications services. What are the advantages to joining our dynamic technical team? Here are just a few - paid training, tuition assistance available, tools, test equipment and a company vehicle you will need to perform your job as well as you will have rapid progressive earning potential and advancement opportunities.

Location and Schedule

This is a full time position located in Grand Island, NE. The schedule is Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm. and may include on call duty, overtime, weekends, and holidays.

The Main Responsibilities

• Provisioning, installing, and Maintaining E911/911, DS0/DS1/DS3 and above circuits. Conducting tests associated with the installation, repair, turn-up of T1 and HDSL spans for Hi-Cap and T1 Circuits. Handling copper and fiber outside the plant.
• Basic electricity knowledge (through classes or on the job-related training). This includes reading and interpreting circuit diagrams, equipment drawings, technical manuals, and AC/DC usage and measurements.
• Reading cable prints and maps and understanding design services word docs. Ability to use a Windows-based laptop as a testing and diagnostic tool and using Microsoft Outlook.
• Will be working both independently with little supervision and in teams. Meeting work deadlines and providing Customer Service experience face-to-face as well as over the phone. Problem solving, coordinating testing and troubleshooting customer lines or toll lines using test equipment and/or coordinate testing of customer lines with others including company and customer personnel, as well as with the assistance of the control and/or dispatch centers.
• Utilizing hand tools, power tools, and test equipment such as Tberds, laptop, HST 3000, 965 DSP, Sidekick, Volt-ohm meter, oscilloscopes, transmission measuring sets or comparable testing equipment. Connecting color coded wires and cables to terminals, attaching or detaching various kinds of hardware to wires, cables and buildings.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Ability to work varying shifts and hours including possible mandatory overtime, weekends and holidays. May be assigned to work out of town for varying lengths of time. Requires a valid state driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
• Wear safety glasses, hard hat, appropriate safe clothing and follow established safety practices and procedures. Wear attire that is appropriate for effective interaction with customers.
• Work independently with minimal or no supervision. May work in confined spaces (e.g., attics, crawl spaces, utility holes).
• May climb and work at elevations (e.g., from ladders, poles, lift trucks) exceeding 18 feet. May require pole climbing certification.
• When working aloft with ladders or other equipment with weight-capacity ratings, employees must adhere to the Company safety policy and equipment weight requirements.
• May perform strenuous physical activities including, but not limited to: lifting and/or moving objects weighing over 75 pounds.
• May perform job activities outdoors in different weather conditions (e.g., extreme cold and/or heat, inclement weather).

Preferred

• 2+ years experience within the last five years with these skills:
• Installing and repairing design services products such as DS0/DS1
• Installing and repairing multiplexing equipment for business customers
• Utilizing test equipment such as Laptop, Tberd, 965 DSP, and HST 3000

Compensation

The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee's primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual's qualifications.Location Based Pay Ranges$14.90 - $41.12- in these states: NebraskaAs with the pay range variety that's based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and other business needs.

Requisition #: 334931

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

This position is part of a bargaining unit and represented by a union. Depending upon the applicable collective bargaining agreement under which you may be hired, you may be: (a) required to join the union and pay union dues as a condition of employment; or, (b) required to pay union dues, but not join the union as a condition of employment; or (c) free to chose whether or not to join the union, but if you do join the union you would be obligated to pay union dues.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

Salary RangeSalary Min :

14.90

Salary Max :

41.12

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive. To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.

As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. You can learn more by clicking here.

Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.

Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Application Deadline10/23/2024