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Ervin Cable Construction LLC · 1 month ago

Sr Technician Cable Installation (Sweep)

Lynnville, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$15/hr - $25/hr

3+ years exp

Ervin Cable Construction LLC is seeking a skilled Sr Cable Installation Technician responsible for testing and maintaining the cable television infrastructure. The role involves installation, troubleshooting, and repairs, ensuring reliable service through the use of specialized equipment to analyze signals.

Building MaterialReal EstateTelecommunications

No H1B

Responsibilities

Read and understand site plans, maps, diagrams, designs, and prints needed to support assigned projects

Perform routine maintenance on the cable infrastructure to prevent issues

Diagnose and fix problems with cable signals, plant equipment, and customer service

Use the sweep function on equipment to check signal tilt, which refers to the signal's frequency response across the bandwidth

Adjust and align the physical plant to meet technical specifications

Record field information, including details about the aerial and underground infrastructure

Duties include splicing, terminating, and testing cables, using specialized tools to connect coax cables, and troubleshooting to locate and fix faults

Complete all production sheets, verify proper levels after activation, and adjusts and troubleshoots as necessary to close assigned projects

Identify and try to remedy sources of customer-perceived issues

Use tools like a CATV sweep meter to test and analyze signals in the field

Ensure safety and quality standards are met

Maintain company tools and equipment in safe and organized manner

Complete and maintain paperwork and reports accurately

Work overtime, travel, and perform on-call/afterhours responsibilities as needed

Perform work in all weather conditions

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Cable installation experienceCATV signal flow knowledgeSignal testing equipmentTechnical instruction adherenceProblem diagnosisField information recordingSafety standards complianceTeam collaboration

Required

To be 21 years of age or older

Ability to use signal level meter, volt-ohm meter, AC clamp meter television test set, spectrum analyzer basic time domain reflectometer and system maps sweep gear

Ability to travel daily and open to a variety of schedules (days/nights)

Knowledge of CATV signal flow and testing equipment

Ability to follow technical instructions and adhere to deadlines

Authorization to work in the United States for this company

High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience

Valid state driver's license

Three years' experience in cable installation or related field