Job Description

Brightspeed is looking for an experienced Construction Tech to join our team! As a Construction Tech you will be responsible for the installation, splicing, and testing of all fiber optic and copper cable within multiple program networks. As a Construction Tech you will occasionally be required to work overtime, and you will be required to travel throughout your territory.

As a Construction Tech your responsibilities will include:

• Installing, splicing, and testing fiber as directed for Projects, Operations, & Maintenance related activities and responding to emergency events
• Conducting dark fiber, and reel testing
• Performing routine repairs of existing fiber to aggregation point, providing continuity for entire fiber route
• Performing maintenance on existing cables, including evaluation tests, and repairing old or malfunctioning cables
• Cutting and splicing fiber optic cables, locating problem areas and performing other repairs as needed

Qualifications

WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE:

• Extensive working knowledge of hand and power tools, fiber optic test and installation equipment
• Experience splicing both Fiber and Copper
• Experience dealing with multiple agencies and personnel to assist with installation and permitting processes
• Strong people skills
• Good penmanship, drafting and verbal skills
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to stand all day and walk several miles to engineer cable routes in remote locations or follow construction equipment and crews while filling in for an inspector
• Ability to work on drawings and spreadsheets for extended periods
• Ability to work after hours during the 12am to 4am maintenance window

BONUS POINTS FOR:

• Associate degree in engineering, Electronics, Software, or Networks; or a related technical or vocational education
• 2+ years applicable work experience

This position is part of a bargaining unit and represented by a union. Depending upon the applicable collective bargaining agreement under which you may be hired, you may be: (a) required to join the union and pay union dues as a condition of employment; or, (b) required to pay union dues, but not join the union as a condition of employment; or (c) free to choose whether to join the union, but if you do join the union you would be obligated to pay union dues

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Additional Information

WHY JOIN US?

** We aspire to contemporary ways of working.**

At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field-based, depending on the position, business needs and individual circumstances. We have a brand new, state-of-the-art corporate HQ in Charlotte, NC and we prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.

** We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.**

Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real.

When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.

Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For all applicants, please take a moment to review our Privacy Notices:

• Brightspeed’s Privacy Notice for California Residents
• Brightspeed’s Privacy Notice