Outside Plant Supervisor

Company: Blue Ridge Communications

Shift: Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM and other hours as needed

This position involves the direct management, training and coordination of the activities of unit installers and repair technicians as well as controlling inventory. Must have the required knowledge to properly monitor, maintain, test and troubleshoot our companies HFC broadband structure and branch network design.

The Outside Plant Manager is responsible for maintaining courteous professional relationships between all BRC employees and plays a significant role in resolving system issues by working with head end staff. Will be required to inform upper management of any existing or potential issues when they arise. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

H.S. Diploma or G.E.D.

3 years’ work experience in related field

Established residency in Pennsylvania

Valid PA Driver’s License and good driving record

Knowledge of HFC Broadband architecture

Experience with coax tree and branch network design, construction, and troubleshooting

Experience with installation and troubleshooting modem, phone and video

Knowledge of fiber design, splicing, and troubleshooting

FCC Proof of Performance, CLI, and system maintenance

Understanding of power supply maintenance

Understanding of test equipment and troubleshooting programs

Experience with surveys and locates

Knowledge of OSHA, NEC, and NECS codes as it relates to the cable industry

Managerial / leadership Skills

Computer and Technology Skills - Microsoft Office

Customer relations Skills

Communication Skills - oral and written

Project / Time Management Skills

Inventory Control Skills

Ability to be on call and work outside normal business hours when needed.

Ability to enforce company policies

Ability to monitor employees and review work performance

Ability to ensure employee safety

Ability to examine and analyze systems to determine installation, service or repair needs

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