Maintenance Technician

Conexon Fiber-To-The-Home Maintenance TechnicianConexon is a rapidly growing telecommunications company partnering with Rural Electric Cooperatives to design and deploy advanced fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) networks nationwide. Our mission is to bridge the digital divide by delivering reliable, high-speed internet and phone services to Rural America. We are a team of people passionate about excellent service, meaningful work, and supporting the communities we serve. As we continue expanding into new states and regions, we're looking for individuals who want to grow with us and contribute to this important mission of transforming rural communities with the power of high-speed internet, mile by mile of fiber to the home.This role's primary responsibility is to maintain existing plant, including but not limited to preventative maintenance as well as emergency response to customer or plant outages.Job TypeFull-timeScheduleFixedOvertimeYesFLSA StatusNon-ExemptTravelYes, within footprintRequirementsOvertime outside of normal workday hours may be requiredAble and willing to travel, and work nights/weekendsAble and willing to work outdoors and in inclement weather conditionsResponsibilities1. Main DutiesMaintain project schedule to meet client objectives and Conexon revenue objectivesKeep up and communicate maintenance milestones and schedulesEvaluate and improve maintenance specificationsEnsure Maintenance budget for Conexon project success (help keep cost down)Assist Maintenance manager and production coordinators with production tracking reportsAssist trainees and other onsite maintenance personnelAssist with design and splicing quality control and testingEnsure maintenance paperwork is provided to Conexon Maintenance Manager with daily/weekly productionRead, understand, and apply design maps and splicing diagramsRide out plant and scout for any visible damageAble and willing to test in HUT for damage to Conexon systemEvaluate and access warehouse inventory for tracking purposesSplice fiber in taps and closures to reflect the designPlace closures and taps as required on pole, pedestals, and in vaultsTest continuity of fiber by testing light levels compared to designMark up maps to reflect as-builtsKeep a safe working environment2. General dutiesAssist in promotion and sales of Conexon servicesParticipation in company conference calls when neededEvaluate and advise on FTTH splicing techniques as neededPhysical RequirementsAbility to sit or stand for extended periodsAbility to walk long distances on a regular basisAbility to lift and/or carry objects weighing up to X poundsAbility to bend stoop kneel crouch or reach as required by job tasks etc.Normal office conditionsStandard Company Benefits Include:Three (3) weeks of paid time offComprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverageLife insuranceShort-term and long-term disability insuranceRetirement benefitsConexon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Our recruiting and hiring practices are designed to attract, evaluate, and retain talented individuals based solely on their qualifications, experience, and ability to contribute to Conexon's mission. Discrimination, harassment, or bias of any kind is strictly prohibited in all stages of the employment process. By adhering to these principles, Conexon ensures a fair, equitable, and respectful environment for all current and prospective employees.