Field Services Technician I at Astra

New Taipei City, Taiwan

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

TelecommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

Associate's degree (A.A) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and 0 to 2 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of data center and POP infrastructure, including experience or deep understanding of OSP, ISP, interfacility cabling, fiber and copper distribution, AC/DC power systems, environmental controls, and relay rack/cabinet/cage construction
Familiarity with installing and maintaining a wide variety of telecom/network equipment, including DWDMs, backbone and management routers, IP switches, as well as all optical and digital infrastructure
Understanding of splicing, and an understanding of how to maintain and operate within a manhole, vault, or handhole environment
Knowledge of telecommunications testing equipment from microscopes and source and power meters to OTDRs and experience testing across all SONET and Ethernet bandwidths
Knowledge of telecommunications testing standards and procedures from length, wire-mapping, and bit error rate to power, delay, loss, reflectance and dispersion
Knowledge of state and local regulatory standards, procedures, and permitting requirements
Ability to work effectively with local exchange carrier (LEC) and other telecom service provider technicians, building landlords, electricians, construction operators, and non-technical end users
Ability to work independently, diagnose problems and take appropriate action with minimal supervision
Experience with spreadsheets, workflow and project management applications, and administrative software applications
Understanding of how to use a Tier-1 ITSM platform
Physical ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing

Responsibilities

Maintain the highest quality standards in all assigned data center locations and remote points of presence (POP)
Assist in performing physical installation, repair, maintenance, and testing activities as directed with meticulous attention to driving and maintaining the highest quality standards in the telecommunications industry
Help with performing card adds or replacements, software upgrades, and associated testing
Assist the team in recommending improvements to processes that may impact the quality of our network assets or improve overall efficiencies for any related process or system
Provide site survey support for OSP and ISP projects, as well as large space & power and/or equipment deployments
Perform site audits and reconcile data discrepancies in coordination with Network Surveillance and other groups as necessary
Assist in managing local construction vendors working on behalf of the company to ensure compliance with installation, repair, maintenance MOPs and standards, as well as quality and cleanliness
Meet/coordinate with Local Exchange Carrier (LEC) and other technicians to facilitate timely installation, repair, and maintenance activities as necessary
Perform site surveys in support of network builds, augments, or decommissions
Assist in coordinating site access, equipment staging, and other tasks
Other duties as required

Skills

Rack and Stack

Data Center Maintenance

Physical Installation

Repair and Maintenance

Site Surveys

OSP

ISP

Software Upgrades

Card Replacement

Vendor Management

LEC Coordination

Astra

Provides launch services for small satellites

About Astra

Astra provides launch services specifically for small satellites, catering to commercial businesses, government agencies, and research institutions that need reliable access to space. The company operates small, agile rockets designed to transport these satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO). Astra's approach focuses on making space more accessible by reducing the costs and complexities associated with satellite launches, which allows a wider range of customers to utilize their services. Unlike many competitors, Astra emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness in its operations, aiming to meet the growing demand for satellite-based services such as Earth observation and telecommunications. The company's goal is to facilitate more frequent and affordable satellite launches, thereby expanding opportunities for various applications in the space industry.

Alameda, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$291.8MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

AerospaceIndustries

201-500Employees