Job Summary Cambridge Telephone is a local Idaho-based Telecommunications provider. The Outside Plant Technician is responsible for outside plant improvement and maintenance of telephone and internet facilities; under the direction of the CTC Outside Plant Tech Manager, this position will be involved with a pre-survey of job sites to determine needs concerning, equipment, materials, parts, and safety provisions; follow all public safety precautions and all prescribed safety procedures that pertain to the job and related equipment; assist in outside plant emergencies when called upon; work with the Outside Plant Manager to assure quality installation and that proper maintenance procedures are followed; install, maintain, and service telephone lines, cables, fiber, subscriber carrier systems, protectors, and pedestals; diagnose and repair trouble in switching equipment and plant facility; perform fiber splicing, termination, and transfers of service to new facility; place direct buried subscriber line drops using plowing, digging, and trenching equipment. Responsibilities Outside plant construction including but not limited to installation of buried conduit, copper drop cable, and fiber optic cable, splicing fiber optic cables and installation of various types of equipment to deliver phone and internet to Cambridge Telephone customers Locate underground utilities, including telecommunications, marking their proper location Contact customers when necessary to repair facilities Preparations and cleanup of job site Promote a quality working environment with other technicians and customers Operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment assigned to your area of responsibility Work with Outside Plant Technicians to facilitate all facets of installation, maintenance, and repair Telecom plant in the serving area Customer premise wiring Understand Idaho Digline laws (811) and how to report damages properly to Manager if damage occurs Perform building and grounds maintenance as required Assist in marketing efforts as a representative of Cambridge Telephone Company, Inc., Maintain ability to be insured as a driver on the company's insurance policy After-hours support of subscribers and network per on-call schedule Maintain the ability to bend, squat, kneel, reach, and lift up to 75 pounds Maintain database records Be familiar with and follow company safety policies and procedures Other job duties as assigned Education and/or Experience High School Diploma or GED; or three to six months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience Prior fiber experience preferred Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid driver's license and a good driving record Physical Requirements You may be required to perform physical demands as required such as bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, reaching, digging, pulling, occasionally crawling or lying on the ground, and lifting up to 75 pounds. Physical Testing You may be required to perform a physical exam on the day of the interview. Other Qualifications This position will require the passing of a background check and a pre-employment drug screening test. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of telecommunications technology while developing your skills in a fast-paced environment. We value energetic professionals who are committed to safety, technical excellence, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Pay:

$21.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person