OSP Technician

To us, CoServe means that “we’re in it together” with our business partners. Your priorities are our priorities, and we are vested in your success. This core perspective drives everything we do. We’ve found that working together is what creates long-term value and profitability. Our mission is to serve you first, and in serving you, we win together. 

Our vision is to help discover the very best talent on the planet.  And then help those people find their ideal work opportunity.  

CoServe's specific focus is IT and Telecommunication.  As serving others has always been our M.O., we have built deep, lasting relationships over the last few decades. These relationships are what make the difference in finding the exact right person at exactly the right time.

Position Title: Network Operations Technician (OSP Technician)

Position Summary

Responsible for supporting and maintaining Small Cell DAS Networks that are currently serving, the Nation’s largest Wireless Carriers. Year round objectives to include, first response to outages and impairments, along with making the needed repairs to the assigned networks. Annual Preventative Maintenance inspections, to remote DAS equipment and host related equipment. Various computer related administrative tasks, i.e uploading photos and documents, using GUI pages along with many web-based tools. Safe work practices, must be applied to the completion of all work related tasks, along with integrity, quality and attention to details.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform all activities in a manner to ensure the safety of yourself, your team, your customers and the public.
• Respond to all network outages, impairments and emergencies in the network
• Complete all annual preventative maintenance inspections thoroughly and accurately, to company standards.
• Operation and understanding of RF and fiber related test equipment, such as PIM analyzer, Antenna analyzer, RF power meter, Spectrum analyzer, Signal generator, OTDR, Fusion splicer, Optic power meter, DMM.
• Operate PC or similar devices to gain access to DAS network and complete assigned administrative tasks.
• Work efficiently and effectively with cross functional departments and peers.
• First line acceptance of all new and modified networks using the Network Handoff Process.
• Ensure timely receipt and review of closeout packages and prompt completion of New Construction PMs to ensure quality builds.

Education/Certifications/Licensure

• High School Degree or equivalent required
• Associates degree, two-year technical degree or equivalent military/special electronics training experience strongly preferred
• A valid state driver’s license required

Experience/Minimum Requirements

• Two (2) or more years of experience in one or more of the following fields: wireless communications, outside plant fiber optic installations, repair, testing and troubleshooting.

Other Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of radio transmitters, receivers, antennas, electronic theory, fiber optic theory
• Ability to safely drive and operate a DOT compliant boom truck, in the public right of way.
• Ability to work closely with and provide guidance to vendors both on-site and remotely
• Ability to analyze and understand PIM/Sweep test data
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner
• Skilled in trouble ticket or work order systems
• Exposure to network monitoring systems
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance, while managing time for maximum efficiency.
• DOT Certification
• OSHA Certifications
• Fiber Optic Experience
• PIM or Antenna analyzer certifications
• Skilled in trouble ticket or work order systems
• Exposure to network monitoring systems

Working Conditions: Works in the Public right of way, exposure to extreme weather, radio frequency, general public. Physical demands of lifting up to 75 pounds, stooping, and climbing ladders. Available to work after hours on projects, weekends, Holidays and On-Call Duty as conditions require. May be required to travel and be away from home location, for extended periods of time.

• Family oriented company
• Opportunities to grow and advance in your career
• 401k with a company match
• Insurance benefits
• Vacation
• 5% performance bonus