Communications Technician

Communications Technician As the largest pure‑play fiber provider in the U.S., we deliver blazing‑fast broadband connectivity that unlocks the potential of millions of consumers and businesses. As a Frontier employee, you will be part of our purpose of Building Gigabit America—creating the digital infrastructure that the country needs to thrive today and into the next century. In this in‑person role, you will be required to report to either our Clintonville, WI or Shawano, WI locations to complete your work responsibilities. Major Responsibilities Installs, maintains and/or repairs network facilities, and associated apparatuses from the station equipment to the line card; performs other related duties. What You’ll Do Installs, removes, rearranges, programs, tests, troubleshoots and maintains voice, data, and ancillary equipment and network services Installs, maintains and repairs outside and inside plant equipment/facilities and inside wire Effects repairs and restores service outages; performs cable pair recovery activity Interfaces with customers to further analyze installation and repair issues; responds to inquiries and provides follow‑up Interprets schematic work‑order drawings to determine job specifications and installation needs; orders and/or obtains required equipment Effects problem solving where appropriate Utilizes various test equipment to analyze equipment trouble and takes appropriate maintenance action Operates standard and aerial lift vehicles and manual, hydraulic, pneumatic, electric, electronic, gasoline, propane and power‑actuated tools and equipment May be required to perform additional duties and tasks as required by the Company Per our Company policy, and consistent with the weight specifications of equipment used to work aloft, candidates cannot exceed 275 pounds (inclusive of clothing and with proper footwear) What We Offer Salary Range: $59,000 to $80,000 20 PTO (Paid Time Off) days + 10 paid holidays per year Day‑one medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan 401(k) match of 50% on 6% of eligible compensation Tuition Assistance Program Personal & Work Life Balance Resources & Wellness Support Assistance Employee Resource Groups 10 weeks of paid parental leave, and a phased return‑to‑work program for new parents Up to $10k in adoption program assistance 3 weeks of paid caregiver leave Background You Should Have Ability to work in confined areas Ability to lift and carry tool boxes, drop wire, parts containers and installation loads, test equipment, generators, manhole/pull‑box covers, etc. Ability to climb poles/ladders Ability to lift, carry, set‑up, climb and take down ladders Ability to communicate naturally and pleasantly over the telephone and/or in person Ability to work under pressure in stressful conditions Requires alertness and attention to detail A valid driver's license; able to meet the medical and driver certification requirements as established by the DOT Federal Highway Safety Act Not restricted to daylight hours Able to read and interpret architectural, electrical wiring diagrams Able to operate test equipment such as VOMs, test sets, etc. Indoor‑outdoor work, exposed to adverse weather conditions, dust, noise, dirt, heat, poor lighting, fumes, etc. Works in buildings being constructed/renovated, manholes, rough terrain, traffic, aerial lifts, platforms, etc. May be exposed to high‑voltage electrical power lines, explosive and/or flammable liquids and gases, oxygen deficiency, carbon monoxide, lead toxicity and asbestos materials. May work with molten lead and wax. Scheduled work tours may be weekday, weekend and holiday, including day, evening and night hours. Subject to scheduled and/or unscheduled overtime and call‑out. May be required to have experience in one or a combination of: Equipment Technician, Special Services Technician, Telecommunications Technician, T&P Technician, Cable Splicer, Systems Technician, Network Maintainer, I&R Technician, Cable Technician Must possess the ability to perceive difference in colors Must possess the ability to distinguish audible tones/levels Training Successful completion of an advanced electronics concepts course from an accredited or recognized educational institution. Education Desire a degree in electronics technology, to include successful completion of digital logic, electronic communications, and microprocessor fundamentals from an accredited or recognized educational institution. Frontier Communications is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr