QA/QC Field Technician - Telecom - TrueNet Communications

Join the TrueNet family as an QA/QC  Field Technician in Baton Rouge, LA are. As a TrueNet team member you will receive competitive benefits, excellent pay, and flexible work schedules. TrueNet is a leading company in the Telecom Industry and always looking for the perfect addition.

QA/QC  Field Technician inspects, evaluates, and analyzes aerial and underground facilities for compliance with applicable internal and external safety and regulatory standards. This role provides occasional repair guidance and suggestions, contributes to the entry and maintenance of an asset compliance management database systems and work with others to ensure compliance. QA/QC Field Technicians understand and apply construction standards, as well as applicable asset owner, state, and federal standards.  They monitor and maintain inspections schedules and provide quality assurance of the Locate vendor performance on compliance repairs as directed.  Compliance employees ensure that the network is built in a safe manner throughout the system and when working on correcting infractions that safety and cost reduction are key.

Essential Position Functions:

• Inspects Outside Plant based on applicable schedules.
• Understands applicable State and NESC standards and regulations.
• Understands high-risk geographic regions and driving factors.
• Assigns infractions with relevant level of severity.
• Enter information into the database.
• May review make ready work with contractors.
• May issue work to construction contractors
• May issue work to Locate vendors.
• May coordinate the Service Drop conversions – getting off jump poles (if so desired) or other poles where clearances cannot be met to remove a violation.
• May participate in ordering materials for various vendors and/or forecasting material needs.
• Inspects and QC’s Contractor work.
• Completes as-built mapping
• May assist in Locating and QCing (quality control) of facilities.

Education and/or Experience:

Minimum

• HS diploma, GED or relevant work experience
• 1 or more year of experience preferred in related field (e.g. OSP Construction; Field Ops)
• Valid driver’s license
• Must be able to walk in un-level areas and for long distances.
• May be on your feet for several hours while performing duties for extended periods.
• Ability to read and understand printed and digital telecommunication utility maps.
• Ability to operate computer with Microsoft applications as well as other as needed software related to construction services.

Preferred

• 2- 3 years general knowledge of aerial and underground telecommunications facilities construction. 
• Basic HFC/fiber design knowledge is helpful.
• Basic knowledge of construction standards and applicable codes for the area.
• Knowledge of Telecommunications aerial and underground construction practices.
• Understanding of NESC and or local codes that pertain to utility construction.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent walking, standing, sitting within the work area.
• Lifting of up to 20 pounds less than one-third of the time.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, peers, et al.
   

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those of a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The work environment is that of an office position with minimal to high noise levels.
• The position requires working independently, as well as part of a team.
• This position requires verbal and face-to-face contact with others daily.
• Frequent use of a computer is necessary.
• This position requires use of all general office equipment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

TrueNet is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

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We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas for this position (H1B, etc.).

TrueNet Communications is a national infrastructure engineering and specialty contractor serving the wireless, broadband, and telecommunications markets. We plan, design, build and support communications infrastructure for our clients across North America. Join our team of professionals where you can advance your career in a fast pace, GROWING industry! We offer competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401k, paid time off and paid holidays.

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