Transmissions Technician

Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, this position is considered safety sensitive. Safety-sensitive is defined as a job that includes operation of a motor vehicle, equipment, machinery, or power tools.

General Summary :

The primary purpose of this position is to build, install, maintain, commission, and troubleshoot all transporting equipment and circuits.

Residence Requirements :

Transmission Techs are generally required to reside within 30 minutes of the boundaries of one of the exchanges covered by the local business office in which they work. Any exception to this requirement would require Executive Management approval. For this position, a candidate must live within one of the areas listed below. Area of Responsibility The position is responsible for servicing, managing, and residing within the assigned territory covering Northwestern Oklahoma .

The territory boundaries include:

Northbound:

From Seiling north on Highway 281 to

Alva Westbound:

From Alva west on Highway 64 to

Buffalo Southbound:

From Buffalo south on Highway 283 to

Arnett Eastbound:

From Arnett east on Highway 60 back to Seiling This role also requires flexibility and willingness to travel outside of the assigned coverage area as needed .

Essential Job Functions:

Ensures functionality of Inside Plant transmission equipment by performing acceptance tests as appropriate and completing appropriate forms. Receives and clears trouble tickets in a timely manner and assists other departmental personnel with troubleshooting as needed. Installs, maintains, commissions, and troubleshoots all transport equipment and special service circuits and associated equipment; to include Ethernet, DSL, PON, TDM, SONET, and DWDM. Completes service requests by assigned due dates. Completes appropriate reports and records and forwards information to appropriate departments. Promotes teamwork and a positive attitude. Responds to after hour emergency call out via rotating on call schedule within 30 minutes. Commits to performing job tasks in a manner that ensures a safe work environment. Demonstrates commitment to Pioneer's strategic plan by aligning daily work, decisions, and behaviors with organizational goals, values, and longterm objectives, while promoting Operation IDEA initiatives, supporting continual process improvement, and fostering employee engagement to deliver positive and memorable customer experiences. Willingly and cooperatively performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent. Must maintain a good driving record and a valid driver license. Must meet the attached Certification and Training requirements of Transmissions Technician III.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

(Level III = Basic) Basic skill in installing, repairing, troubleshooting and maintaining inside plant, special service and transmission equipment requiring analytical thinking and problem solving. Knowledge of basic telecommunications, networking and fundamentals. Skill in using mechanical and electrical power tools. Ability to evaluate, test, and repair equipment. Knowledge of company products/services, policies and procedures. Good listening, verbal and written communication skills. Proficient in operating a personal computer and software application pertaining to job function. Skill in prioritizing, completing multiple tasks, identifying problems and finding resolutions. Ability to communicate with customers, co-workers and various business contacts in a professional and courteous manner. Ability to work independently, analyze technical data and make sound decisions using information at hand. Ability to adapt in a rapidly changing technical environment. Ability to meet deadlines, perform under stress and achieve optimum results. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and to pay close attention to detail. Maintain strict confidentiality guidelines in accordance with company policy. Ability to read and interpret various formats of English language instruction. Demonstrates dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules. Ability to function as a team player and project a positive attitude. Able and willing to be on call and work extended hours, weekends and holidays. Able and willing to continue technical skill development by attending training away from home for an extended time frame

Physical Requirements:

Sitting or standing for extended periods, walking, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity including close vision. Occasionally may be required to lift up to 50lbs. May be required occasionally to stoop, kneel or bend. Ability to drive for extended periods. Must be able to distinguish colors. Must be able to climb, stand on a ladder, crawl in attics and be in confined spaces for extended periods. Ability to work outside in all types of weather. (

Note:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and physical requirements.)

Transmissions Technician III:

0 to 1 year of experience in one or more of the following: AC/DC Power & Installation Telecom Power & Installation Battery/Cabling/ Grounding Basic Electronics Adtran, Calix and Vaonet Overview Multiservice Transport Platform Advanced Topics and Data over DWDM Must acquire Wireshark Training within 18 months. Must acquire

SSCA SIP

certification within 18 months and maintain certification until a higher certification is acquired.

Transmissions Technician IV:

2 years related experience and/or training SIP Trunking Minimum two (2) years of experience in a network service provider environment. Voice/Wireshark Training Calix E7 E7 Fiber Specialist certifications and maintain said certification. CompTIA Network+ or Equivalent ; Certification and maintain said certification.

Transmissions Technician V:

3 years related experience and/or training Must acquire or possess a current Cisco CCENT or Equivalent Must acquire or possess a current

MEF-CECP

certification and maintain said certification

Transmission Technician VI:

4 years related experience and/or training Must acquire or possess a current Second Cisco CCNA or Equivalent Must acquire or possess a current CCNP or Equivalent ) certification and maintain said certification until a higher certification is acquired.1 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer. EOE/Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans If you are unable to utilize the online application process and would like to speak to a representative, please call 405.375.0226 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday thru Friday.