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  • Outside Plant Technician

    Posted: 04/04/2024

    Pelican Broadband is an independent, locally owned and operated telecommunications company headquartered in Collinston, Louisiana. As your local provider, Pelican Broadband is committed to providing the best possible customer service and the most advanced voice, Internet services and business solutions to the people and communities we serve throughout Morehouse, Ouachita, Natchitoches, Sabine, Desoto, and Red River Parishes.

    Due to our expansion, Pelican Broadband is seeking technically minded individuals who preferably possess experience with fiber communications and are familiar with 48VDC communication systems.

    This is a great entry level position for candidates who are entering the telecommunications field. We also welcome experienced candidates who are interested in working for a company that encourages career advancement from within. Salaries are based on experience and are competitive in the industry.

    Our technicians are responsible for installing and maintaining fiber-to-the-home service which includes installing fiber, routers and WIFI products. The work schedule is typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. There is also a rotating on-call schedule that will cover every fourth or fifth Saturday.

    Minimum Requirements 

    • High School diploma required or equivalent
    • A current driver’s license
    • Dependable transportation
    • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
    • Strong written and verbal communications skills
    • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
    • Excellent time management skills
    • Positive attitude and strong work ethic
    • Ability to complete physically demanding work
    • Ability to work in inclement weather
    • Passing a physical fitness test
    • Testing negative on a drug test

     

    Pelican Broadband Offers Comprehensive Benefits Including:

    • A Competitive Salary
    • Health Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Approximately (12) Holidays
    • Vacation (Accrues with tenure)
    • 401k