Cable Technician Job at NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company, Danville, VA

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  • NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company
  • Danville, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Network Services Technician

Locations: Danville or Gretna, VA offices

I. Purpose of Position

This is a full-time Bargaining Unit position responsible for the installation and maintenance of plant facilities and customer-owned equipment, including but not limited to service-related tasks.

II. Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Perform installations and repairs, including telephone, video, broadband, and special services in both fiber and copper plant environments.
  • Install fiber and copper enclosures.
  • Install inside wiring according to company specifications.
  • Locate and resolve network issues, ensuring efficient and logical troubleshooting.
  • Conduct service restoration during outages or interruptions.
  • Utilize test equipment such as OTDR, TDR, and other relevant tools to record proper readings.
  • Perform fiber splices using various splicing machines.
  • Operate company vehicles (valid driver’s license required; personal driving insurability may affect employment).

III. Special Conditions

  • Collaborate with other departments for the company’s maximum benefit or as directed by the Director of Network Services.
  • Be available for overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, and work during inclement weather as needed.
  • Work a Monday–Friday or Tuesday–Saturday rotation schedule, including an on-call rotation.
  • Maintain a positive attitude, work well with colleagues, and provide exceptional customer service to RiverStreet customers.

IV. Job Knowledge, Experience, and Training

  • Education: Associate degree in a relevant technical field or equivalent experience required.
  • Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with broadband technologies, including DSL, FTTx, and Wi-Fi.
  • Proficiency in fiber and copper color codes and identification.
  • General Skills:
  • Good verbal communication.
  • Detail-oriented team player.
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a technical environment.
  • Safe work habits.
  • Must attend training schools, which may involve travel and overnight stays.

V. Physical Requirements

  • Physically capable of related work, including ladder and pole climbing.
  • Able to lift weights exceeding 100 pounds.
  • Requires stooping, crawling, and kneeling.
  • Must not be color-blind.

VI. Other Requirements

  • Follow company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
  • Maintain vehicles and supplies in a neat and logical manner.
  • Occasionally work with contractors.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Network Services.

Notes

  • Skills Required:
  • Solid understanding of fiber optic handling and basic low-voltage wiring in residential or small business environments.
  • Proficient in 802.11xx wireless networks.
  • Valid driver’s license, truck, and tools required.
  • Responsibilities Include:
  • Installing FTTH and setting up Wi-Fi at customer premises.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, For contractors, Night shift, Weekend work, Saturday, Monday to Friday,

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