DC Power Technician Level 2- Dallas, TX

DC Power Technician Level 2

Alamon, Inc., a Montana-based employee-owned company since 1975, provides installation services to the utilities, energy, and communications industries nationwide. There is no ceiling when it comes to your professional growth at Alamon, an employee owned company. Alamon, Inc. seeks a DC Power Technician Level 2 for its Network Services department. This position entails: playing a vital role in the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of DC power systems. Must have experience working in Central Offices, MSO, and Data Centers. This position also requires experience in performing power plant battery replacements, VRLA battery replacements, working with wet cell batteries and performing DC power grounding. This position requires extensive travel.

Job Description:

• The DC Power Technician Level 2 will act as a lead and experience in such a role is required.
• Must be able to work on the road for extended periods of time.
• Understand Central Office installation and Quality Standards contained in Telcordia GR-1275, Lumen View phone number on click.appcast.io, ATT TP-76300 / TP-76400 and/or Verizon IP72202 ISS 5-1 Core Standards.
• Read and interpret floor plans, rack drawings, and customer-provided work orders.
• Have the skills and ability to plan and coordinate high-risk activities including identifying equipment, cards, pluggable, fiber cables, and circuit IDs, and map out and run new fibers for integration, fiber rolls, and hot cuts.
• Extensive understanding of hand tools, test equipment, and ability to use a computer to interface with customer products.
• Install relay racking, cable racking, fiber ducting, auxiliary framing, and other superstructure elements.
• Install and sew copper and fiber cables utilizing an array of connector types (RJ45, wire wrapping, BNC, LC/SC, etc.).
• Proficient understanding and experience in lacing/stitching/sewing central office wire.
• Install DC power rectification, batteries, fuse panels, and BDFB/BDCBB.
• Work effectively with customer supervisors, engineers, and technicians.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Drive.
• Communicate effectively, including proficiency in written and verbal communications, with strong listening skills.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Must pass the pre-employment screening process which includes a background check, drug test and motor vehicle records pull.
• Have the ability and mentality to work outdoors, in a physically demanding work environment and all-weather conditions, lifting or moving up to 50lbs., and hiking over various terrain.
• Possess a current and valid driver's license and a clean driving record with no DUI / DWIs within the past 5 years.
• Willing to travel locally, statewide, or regionally as required.
• Be available to work nights and weekends as required by project demands.

Work Environment:

• The DC Power Technician Level 2 position requires visiting Alamon customer site facilities nationwide, travel is required.
• Must be able to work in enterprise, educational, warehouse, and manufacturing settings.
• Indoor and outdoor work will be based off the scope of the contract.
• Exposure to dust, odors, gases, vapors, varying noise levels, and wet or slick surfaces may be possible.
• When appropriate, wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in compliance with Company standards and government regulations.
• This position may require working outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions and terrain.
• May work for long periods in hot, cold, wet, windy, or icy conditions.

Physical Demands:

• Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at a time.
• Must be able to ride in a vehicle for extended periods of time to travel to and from job sites.
• Ability to work at different temperatures and through changing weather conditions.
• Must be able to traverse all areas of the Jobsite. This may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, kneeling, or stretching.
• The ability to clearly distinguish colors, shades, and brightness when working with multi-colored cablings such as twisted pair copper and fiber optic cable.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and use practical judgment while working through job assignments.
• Ability to work at heights, handle ladders, along with pushing and pulling equipment.

Education and Experience:

• Highschool Diploma or GED preferred.
• Possess a professional attitude that will positively represent the Alamon organization to employees, clients, and the communities in which we work.
• Ability to comply with Central Office / MSO / Data Center standards.
• Must have DC Power (-48VDC) knowledge and be able to install and perform hot cuts as needed.
• Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel.
• ROADM installation experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Excellent time-management skills and multitasking abilities.

Travel Requirements:

• This position requires extensive travel.
• Lodging is provided while working and traveling for the Company.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance policy
• Pharmacy Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation time
• Expanded wellness and virtual care services
• ESOP company= Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Lodging and transportation are provided while traveling

Work Authorization:

Alamon does not currently support the H1B VISA for this position. EOE: Alamon Inc is an equal opportunity employer. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Alamon Inc does not discriminate in employment decisions based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable state and local laws.