Overview Prince Telecom is currently hiring qualified R&M Technicians to join our team to help connect America. As a full service telecommunications company, we specialize in building, maintaining, and managing some of the largest upgrades, rebuilds, and new builds, as well as a wide range of services including aerial and underground construction, structured wiring, fiber splicing, cable mining, and engineering for the fiber to the home market. R&M Technicians are responsible for the terminating, splicing, bonding/grounding, documenting, and testing of all fiber optic cables within the systems fiber optic networks and their related equipment. We connect the world today with tomorrow’s technologies. We provide paid training, a company vehicle, full benefits, and tuition assistance. What you’ll do… Install, repair, maintain, test proof or adjust, as needed, all fiber optic cables and related equipment Climb utility poles and ladders Lift and carry equipment that weighs at least 75 lbs Use a variety of hand tools Work in all types of inclement weather Enter underground facilities and be able to use a shovel to uncover underground closures Coordinate fiber activities with other departments and staff Perform fiber tests with OTDR’s, light source and meters Terminate, splice, bond/ground, and test fiber optic equipment to customer standards Provide accurate equipment location, splicing, and terminating records for the fiber database Assist the Construction and Engineering departments Build bays, racking, jumper ducts and other network elements Monitor, communicate, and perform corrective actions to fix problems affecting any fiber and/or fiber related equipment from Master Control to and through each HUB to the NODE. Provision and install media converters Serve as a technical resource for staff on all fiber related areas and technical procedures Be available for any on call emergency coverage for fiber restoration year round Who we are looking for… High school diploma or GED required or a combination of equivalent education and experience Two (2) years experience with fiber optic cable technology, formal fiber optic training strongly desired.You have one (1) year of fiber optic cable splicing experience or completion of an equivalent training program Authorized to work in the United States for this company Able to lift/carry 50 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs as needed with or without assistance Able to meet the safety requirement of the safety harnesses that are utilized for bucket trucks and climbing poles Possess the ability to work at ground level, crouch squat and sit. Install Network Interface units outdoors on customer premises Valid standard Driver's License with a minimum of 2 years driving experience You have an MVR record that is deemed acceptable by the company Have a good understanding of the technologies and standards as they apply to the installation of fiber optic networks Have a working knowledge of design and layout for fiber terminations Possess a good understanding of fiber documentation and have the ability to assist in laying out new fiber circuits Be able to think analytically Excellent customer presentation and service skills. Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced environment. Ability to work well under pressure and deadline environments. Ability to translate highly technical information to end user customers and staff. Ability to communicate with other staff. Ability to handle on-call responsibilities Act as a customer contact. Interface with customers and local supervisors to clarify project status Learn new equipment software and interfaces to help expand business opportunities Work well within a team Good written and oral communication skills Adaptable to changing environments Complete other duties as assigned. Be able to work weekends and overnights Be able to differentiate color codes Be able to read and understand manufacturer’s manuals for operating and repairing of electronic equipment and components Proficient in the operation of all related fiber tools and equipment. IND1 What you’ll get… Company vehicle Weekly paychecks Competitive pay Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans Flexible Spending Accounts Short and Long Term Disability Supplemental Life and AD&D 401(k) Retirement Savings w/ Company Match Stock Purchase Plan Company Discounts Legal Insurance Paid Time Off and Holidays Tuition Reimbursement for select programs Who we are... Prince Telecom's commitment to deliver outstanding service that consistently exceeds customer expectations has grown the company to become one of the nation's largest fulfillment providers. With a national footprint and over 850+ employees, Prince Telecom affords its customers a single source solution with the ability to deploy a well-equipped, professionally trained and experienced workforce capable of meeting needs anywhere in the United States. Prince Telecom offers a wide range of services that includes: residential and commercial installations, digital converter deployment, high speed modem installations, home security and automation, underground and aerial construction services and special projects such as MDU construction, drop rebuilds and audits. At Prince Telecom we are proud of our installation technicians and operational support teams who meet our strict pre-employment and on-going safety and quality control criteria; we reward their outstanding performance with competitive pay, bonus programs, paid training, career development programs, safety certifications, paid time off and medical, dental, vision, life and 401(k). Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories. Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.