at Windstream Communications in Decatur, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Network Technician I
Bloomington, IL, USA ? Champaign, IL, USA ? Decatur, IL, USA ? Peoria, IL, USA ? Springfield, IL, USAReq #1140
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Windstream Holdings, Inc., is a leading provider of advanced network communications and technology solutions for consumers, small businesses, enterprise organizations and carrier partners across the U.S.
+ As Kinetic, Windstream offers bundled services, including premium broadband, security solutions, voice, and digital TV to consumers through an enhanced fiber network.
+ Windstream Enterprise is a leading managed services provider providing strategic communications and security products to mid-size businesses and enterprise clients.
+ Windstream Wholesale provides high-capacity, high-performance networking solutions and services to other telecom carriers, data centers, content providers and enterprises.
The Windstream team provides innovative software and network solutions to connect people and empower business in a world of infinite possibilities!
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About the Role:
Windstream’s team of Network Technicians are vital team members who represent our leading telecommunications brand that connects homeowners, small business, and carrier partners across the United States. Our team of Network Technicians care about technology and connecting customers to products they value. Through providing technical expertise and customer support, our Network Technicians create meaningful connections with customers that create long-term relationships.
What You’ll Do:
+ Perform routine installation, maintenance, and repair activities for network systems including voice, data, network, transport, and video equipment
+ Complete post installation tests for call processing functionality and AMA testing
+ Coordinate central office/Network equipment, card/SFP insertions, translations, fiber cross-connects and inside wiring activities
+ Perform OTDR tests and understand results
+ Fixed Wireless Installation & Maintenance
+ Safely operate and maintain clean and organized company service vehicle
+ Work in both inside and outside environments
+ Complete necessary safety training and follow safety standards and regulations
+ Report to the Manager of Local Operations
Do You Have?
+ Ability to understand CLR/DLR and engineering job packs
+ Ability to perform OTDR tests and understand results
+ Basic technology and math skills
+ Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
+ Ability to distinguish colors in use of color-coded cable
+ Ability to use equipment with maximum load capacity of 275 lbs
+ Ability to lift up to 50lbs, capable of working aloft
+ Ability to successfully complete required safety training
+ Ability to work assigned schedules and extended hours including day, evening, weekend, and holiday hours
+ Ability to respond to after hour callouts
Even Better:
+ Certifications or training directly related to the position
+ Two-year technical degree in computers or electronics, or the equivalent in work experience
Minimum Requirements:
Associate Degree in a technical discipline and 2-3 years technical/telephony experience; or 4+ years of directly related telephony experience, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related telephony experience. This is a safety sensitive position.
Physical Tasks – Standing Continuously: 67-100% | Walking Continuously: 67 – 100% | Sitting Occasionally: 0-33%
Driving – Car: Occasionally: 0-33% |Van:Continuously: 67-100%| CMV: Occasionally: 0-33% | Climbing: Continuously: 67-100% | Bending: Continuously: 67-100% | Crouching: Continuously: 67-100%| Pushing-Pulling: Continuously: 67-100% |Carrying: Continuously: 67-100% | Reaching Above Head: Continuously: 67-100% | Lifting-Lowering >1-15lbs: Continuously: 67-100%|>15-30lbs: Continuously: 67-100%|>30+lbs: Continuously: 67-100%
Repetitive Hand Action : >Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100%|>Fine Manipulating: Continuously: 67-100% |Operate Foot Control: Occasionally: 0-33%
Audio Visual Needs – Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100%| Far Vision: Continuously: 67-100% |Peripheral Vision: Continuously: 67-100% | Depth Perception: Occasionally: 0-33%| Color Discrimination: 34 – 66%
Exposures to :Cold: Frequently: 34-66%, Heat: Frequently: 34-66%, Dampness: Occasionally: 0-33%, Heights: Occasionally: 0-33%, Vibration: Occasionally: 0-33%, Skin Irritants: Occasionally: 0-33%, Lung Irritants: Dust:Occasionally: 0-33%, Fumes/Gases: Occasionally: 0-33%
Equipment Used in Job Performance/Working Environment :Test Equipment,Ladders,Climbing Hooks, Hand and Power Tools, Van
Types of Driver’s License Required : Driver’s License
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Our Benefits:
+ Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
+ 401K Plan
+ Health & Flexible Savings Account
+ Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
+ Educational Assistance Plan
+ Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance
+ https://windstreambenefits.com
Windstream CIB Statement:
Connecting people in a world of infinite possibilities. Windstream cultivates a workplace culture where innovation and belonging are the cornerstones of our success. We are dedicated to empowering every member of our team to contribute their unique talents and perspectives, fostering an environment where creativity and innovation flourish. Together, we strive to build a more welcoming and connected future, both within our organization and in the broader community we serve.
Our Employee Resource Groups:
+ WinVets – Veteran Employee Resource Group
+ WOW – Women Employee Resource Group
+ WINPRIDE – LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group
+ WBPN – Black Professional Resource Group
+ WARG – Ability Resource Group
+ LaFamilia -Hispanic Resource Group
+ AAPI – Asian American Pacific Islander Resource Group
Windstream is an equal opportunity employer. At Windstream, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans. The diverse voices of our employees fuel our innovation and our inclusive culture. Employment at Windstream is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.
Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate’s primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.
Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Windstream, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Windstream with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Windstream’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email CORP.HRlegal@windstream.com as soon as possible for information on Windstream’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.
Other details
+ Job FamilyField Operations
+ Job FunctionOperations
+ Pay TypeHourly
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