Network Technician - Electronic TEMPORARY - frontier : Job Details

Network Technician - Electronic (TEMPORARY)Job ID: 11620Job Title: Network Technician - Electronic (CT-114) (Temporary)Location: 89 N Main Street, Wallingford CT and other locations.Union: CWA 1298 - CBA 401Hiring Manager: Paul Sangiovanni# of Openings: 2Department/Bureau Select: DResidency Description: 28 MonthsSalary Grade: WN Min: $1,011.90 Max: $3,907.29 Effective Date: 4/14/2024Job Family: Network ServicesPost Dates: 10/8/24 - 10/16/24 @ ( AMNote: This is a temporary position up to 1 year. Must be flexible to travel to other CT locations when work is completed.General Duties: Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Install, operate, modify, repair or monitor - Hardware and software for all analog and digital telecommunications switches, e.g., (iAESS, 2BESS, 5ESS, DMS 100/200, Siemens EWSD, OSPS, AIS) - SS-7 and associated protocols, Hi-cap circuits, modems, fiber optic terminal, SONET fiber networks, T-carrier, DACS, DATA-KIT, subscriber carrier and MIS systems -Special service platforms: SLAC1 000, OTB, LOTTERY and WEATHER. - Various toll, special service and voice circuits. - UNIX, DOS and XENIX based mini-computer systems at customer premises and central offices, e.g. MIS/ACD for Travelers and the 2BSCCS system for SCC Administration.
• Performs routine maintenance of central office equipment, including inspection, cleaning, lubricating and making the necessary tests to assure proper operation.
• Analyzes troubles, tests, repairs, adjusts and/or replaces parts of all types of central office power equipment, control circuits and batteries. Operates and maintains internal combustion engines, including diesel and portable units. Controls emergency AC power distribution.
• Places and/or removes soldered wire connections on distributing frames when required.
• Interfaces with other work groups within the Company relative to trouble reports and trouble clearance. Performs all of the above duties at unattended location as required
• Moves and/or lifts up to 60 pounds.
• Drives Company vehicle - car.

Basic Qualifications:Past Experience:

• Central Office Technician,
• OR successful completion of two years of electronics training from a certified or accredited post-secondary school;
• OR other equivalent training such as a minimum of 8 months of electronics training associated with a United States military electronics maintenance-repair occupation and a minimum of 2 years work experience in that occupation.
• Candidates for this position are required to provide official verification of education (transcripts, certifications, licenses, or military records).
• Candidates must submit the required documentation with transfer request.
• OR For Frontiers employee's successful completion of the Comprehensive Mastery Test (CMT).
• Candidates who pass the CMT do not need to qualify on the current discipline test listed below or meet the education requirements as follows: Associate degree, Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Physics, Math, includes Associates Degree in Telecommunications from PACE University.
• Candidates for this position are required to provide official verification of education (transcripts, certification, licenses, or military records).
• Candidates must submit the required documentation with transfer request.

Tests: NonePhysical Requirements:

• Further medical screening may be required.
• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds.

Performance/Attendance: (Applicable to all transfers)

• Satisfactory performance rating in present job.
• Satisfactory attendance record in present job.

Specifics:

• Company Driving Certificate required.
• 40 hours per week, 8 hours day, generally scheduled between 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 1 hour lunch period.
• Rotating shifts includes days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Subject to emergency call-outs day or night.
• Overtime-frequent.

Additional Factors:

• Satisfactory job-related performance in the following:

Work Experience:

• On This Job
• Cellular Radio Systems Technician
• Network Technician-Mini Computers
• Network Technician- Radio/Video

School/Training:

• In Electricity or Electronics, obtained from a certified or accredited post-secondary technical school.
• Candidates for this position are required to provide official verification of education (transcripts, certifications, licenses, or military records).
• Candidates must submit the required documentation transfer request.

Training:

• Formal instruction in Electronic Central Office approximately one (1) year.
• Some training completed at out-of-state locations.
• On the job instruction as required.

V. Environment:

• Works in central office buildings in large rooms with rows of equipment and narrow aisles.
• Rooms are air-conditioned and well lighted.
• Spends most of shift walking, standing, crouching, and climbing ladders.
• Wears safety equipment when required.

We are deeply committed to attracting talented team members in the US from all backgrounds regardless of race, age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability status, or nationality. However, at this time, we are not sponsoring any Visas. Frontier Communications is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.