Acts as a technical contributor within and occasionally outside his or her immediate team. Responsible for staying current in technical theory, application, and operational discipline. Takes on technical and project-related efforts, providing communication as directed. The Technician has a solid understanding of theory and application related to project management, backhaul to sites, signaling, disaster recovery planning and response, data services, and location-based services. The Technician has a basic understanding of theory and application related to network design, capacity planning, power systems AC/DC, and grounding.
The Wireline Transmission Operations Field Technician will receive, analyze, monitor, and resolve network problems in a timely fashion with minimal guidance from higher level technicians or supervisor. The candidate will maintain fiber optic transmission path which includes: Locating, monitoring, and splicing fiber optic cable, maintaining fiber optic electronics, DWDM equipment, and associated power/alarm equipment.




Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Technical support: Provides technical support within and occasionally outside immediate team. Provides technical support in network performance initiatives, outage resolution and works to identify day-to-day improvement opportunities.
Project management: Takes on smaller projects or portions of key projects / initiatives, providing accurate status and progress updates as requested.
Operations: Identifies and shares potential process improvements and recommends them to Senior Technicians and / or management for consideration. Provides input on process improvements related to maintenance and repair activities. Assists in creation of job aids, scopes of work, method / statement of procedure, and helpful tools working closely with a Senior Technician.
Continuous learning: Enrolls in and completes training requirements to stay current on existing and new systems and products, to grow skills, and to expand proficiency in company values and organizational requirements.
Also responsible for other Duties/Projects as assigned by business management as needed.


Qualifications
Required
•2 years' experience in field, transport, or switch operations and maintenance, with a proven track record of success
•Understands basic Electricity and Electronics theory.
•Operational knowledge and theory of all interconnecting circuits to include but not limited to T1, T3, and microwave radio
• Must meet minimum technical proficiency requirements; proficient in Microsoft Office
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•Self-motivated; exhibits initiative in achieving company goals and objectives
•Basic leadership skills and ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks
•Able to work independently or in a team environment
•Strong attention to detail
•Flexibility with ever-changing environments and priorities
•Solve problems using creativity and innovation
•Accepts and provides constructive feedback
•High School Diploma/GED
•Applicant is to meet the minimum DOT medical standards under 49 CFR Part 391
•The candidate must have a valid driver's license with safe driving record.

Desired
• Outside Plant experience preferred.
• Experience with OTDR's and fiber locate equipment a plus.


Minimum Qualifications
At least 18 years of age. Legally authorized to work in the United States. High School Diploma or GED. Pre-employment background screen. Two-year vocational degree in a technical discipline or equivalent work experience. Must have and maintain a clean driving record & driver's license. Meet the minimum DOT medical standards under 49 CFR Part 391. Ability to drive cars, trucks, or other equipment. Work day, afternoon and graveyard shifts, weekend shifts, on-call, and holidays. This position requires mobility (standing, walking, climbing, etc.); the ability to get from one place to another; bending, turning, twisting of your neck or at the waist; squatting, crawling, and kneeling; balancing and maintaining equilibrium; being able to feel, grasp, reach with hands and arms (outwards and/or upwards). Lift, carry, push or pull objects weighing no more than 75 pounds. Climbs stairs or stepladders to reach equipment and cable trays. Work in all weather conditions and in remote areas.

Company Profile
As America's Un-carrier, T-Mobile USA, Inc. (NASDAQ: "TMUS") is redefining the way consumers and businesses buy wireless services through leading product and service innovation. The company's advanced nationwide 4G and 4G LTE network delivers outstanding wireless experiences for customers who are unwilling to compromise on quality and value. Based in Bellevue, Washington, T-Mobile USA. Inc. provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile. For more information, please visit http://www.t-mobile.com

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