Plant Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Plant Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring the efficient operations of the market’s equipment and physical locations, performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conduct regular inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and other issues in equipment and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime.
• Perform repairs or replacements of defective parts, components, and wiring, on all necessary equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and part replacements in appropriate systems.
• Work closely with operations teams to coordinate maintenance schedules and minimize disruptions to operations.
• Assist with premise installations, drop construction, and cable locates as assigned.
• Ensure safety protocols and equipment are well maintained and followed at each location.
• Market travel as needed.
• Other special projects as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of network devices and understanding of basic operation of network.
• Moderate understanding of premise network.
• Basic understanding of Highline products and services.
• Proficient in using manual and power tools. Comfortable with handling ladders, aerial lifts and excavation equipment.
• Ability to differentiate Highline network cables, make cable connections in tight spaces, and carry equipment over varied terrain.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma required or advanced degree.
• 1+ years of construction or maintenance of communications network experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors in various environments and weather conditions.
• Must be able to work at different heights, near power lines, construction sites or confined spaces.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings (Drug and Background), as well as Random Selections.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.
• Ability to work or travel as needed for business continuity.