Telecommunications Technician I

Salary

$33.51 - $40.22 per hour - Depending on Experience and Qualifications

The primary function of this position is to support the Telecom Department in carrying out the needs of the utility. Perform a variety of activities related to the operations and construction of Telecom utility infrastructure.

Reporting To: Telecommunications Superintendent
Department: Telecommunications
Schedule: Monday – Thursday 6:30 am – 5:00 PM, occasional overtime, evenings & weekends

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license.
• Excellent problem-solving capability and ability to work well in a changing environment.
• Ability to adhere to local and federal regulations and company policies.
• Ability to drive company vehicles in a safe and responsible manner required.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Work with construction project managers and/or OSP Engineers to perform fiber installation, as directed.
• Respond to and restore services for emergency calls.
• Be on the job on short notice to repair damaged cables until service is restored.
• Engage with Telecom and non-Telecom staff to enhance operational processes within the District.
• Utilize knowledge and experience to troubleshoot, identify, and repair problems on the network.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Respond to emergency calls outside of normal work hours and may be included in on-call rotation, depending on experience.

• Working conditions include lifting and moving up to 50 pounds.
• Carry, climb and operate an extension ladder (approximately 28 ft high and 75 pounds).
• Perform job from high places, towers, poles, and roofs.
• Use construction equipment and hand tools.
• Specific vision required: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color vision.
• Frequently sit or stand for extended periods in a field environment.
• Moderate noise level, occasionally exposed to high noise levels, around moving traffic and night maintenance.

• Medical, Vision, Basic Life and Dental Insurance.
  KPUD pays 100% of premiums for employee and dependents
• Optional Employee Paid Supplemental Coverage:
  Long-Term Disability
• Washington State Retirement Plan Pension options of PERS 2 or 3
• Washington State Deferred Compensation (DCP) Pre Tax and ROTH options
  • KPUD Matches up to $3,336.00 annually
• KPUD funded HRA VEBA Account
• Paid Time Off starting at an accrual rate of 7.33 hours per pay period
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or genetic information.