What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Technician I position at GFiber?
At GFiber, we believe in the power of great internet that lets people do more, helps communities get stronger and makes amazing things possible. We're not just growing to build better internet experiences, we're also building a welcoming place where people who want to make a difference can grow their careers.
GFiber is an Alphabet company that brings Google Fiber and Google Fiber Webpass internet services to homes and businesses across the United States. Our growing, inclusive team is expanding as we connect more cities and people.
The application window will be open until at least May 4, 2024. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.
This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
The Webpass Field Technician team is a field operations team focused on the installation process and construction efforts for the Webpass network. Job responsibilities include installing and testing fiber optic cables, installing radio mounts, pointing microwave point-to-point radios and performing installation/construction duties, maintenance and troubleshooting.
Role Description
As a GFiber Webpass Construction Technician, you will build, troubleshoot, upgrade, and maintain our network. You will work on a variety of different types of building, each presenting their own challenges, whether that is installing and testing copper/fiber cabling and their peripherals or troubleshooting after hours emergency responses to outages. By using your wide-ranging skills and the highly supportive team, you'll find the best solutions to complete the job.
In this role, you'll:
- Support GFiber Webpass network construction efforts building and maintaining our network.
- Leverage foundational knowledge and core abilities necessary to complete network construction tasks.
- Conduct site surveys, design cable pathways in large residential properties and small businesses, and complete all the construction tasks required to bring a building onto our network. Install, terminate, test and label cabling, mount networking equipment, point microwave radios. Ensure equipment is sufficiently grounded, some light conduit work.
- Take ownership of network reliability, working with the team to maintain exceptional network uptime and reliability for our customers.
- Provide after hours emergency network troubleshooting and repair response.
At a minimum we'd like you to have:
- 1 year of experience with CAT5/CAT6 cable, structured cabling, RJ 45 connector terminations, and installing ethernet switches.
- Experience with the physical layer, 66 blocks, 110 blocks, patch panels and troubleshooting Ethernet network issues.
- Ability to work in tight telecommunications closets and lift up to 40 lbs.
- Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record that meets company standards.
It's preferred if you have:
- Technical school or technical training like BICSI.
- Fiber OSP installation experience.
- Knowledge of fiber optic cabling, fusion splicing, and similar.
- Understanding of mmWave radio installation and maintenance.
- Advanced troubleshooting skills related to routers, switches and hubs, and streaming devices.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $57,000 - $62,000 bonus benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
GFiber is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or Veteran status. Disclosure is voluntary, and this information will be kept confidential in compliance with Google's Candidate Privacy Policy. For more information please refer to our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy and the EEOC's "Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal" (PDF).
It's important to us to create an accessible, inclusive workplace for everyone. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our accommodations for applicants form. Our candidate accommodations team will then connect with you to confidentially discuss your options.
