Telephone Line Worker

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Must have formal training or working knowledge of analog digital and IP-based communications systems including telephone systems public address systems digital signage systems and uninterruptible power systems..
Must have formal training or working knowledge of physical fiber optic cable systems including singlemode multimode fusion splicing mechanical splicing termination connectors indoor installation outdoor installation
Required to possess and maintain a valid drivers license and be able to operate an Authority or personal vehicle.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have good hearing and vision including color recognition.
Must be physically fit in order to climb ladders stairs poles walk elevated structures right-of-ways subways enter manholes and walk underground tunnels or pass ways.
Must be able to lift maneuver and carry material weight up to 100 pounds.
Must be able to work in confined spaces in a standing kneeling or bending positions for extended amount of time.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to work with gauges hand tools digital and analog volt ohm and amp meters tone generators lineman test sets tone generators and oscilloscopes.
Ability to splice terminate and repair outside plant fiber and copper cables.
Ability to read and interpret blue prints wiring diagrams and schematic drawings.
Ability to cut and form conduit and trace and troubleshoot communication wire.
Ability to write and express oneself in a clear logical and comprehensive manner.
Ability to maintain good working relationships with various levels of Authority personnel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposed to dirt loud noise various light and weather conditions.

Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process per the applicable labor contracts.

Rate to be determined by applicants entered service date and service date in union jurisdiction of this classification.

CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race color creed religion sex marital status national origin sexual orientation ancestry age unfavorable military discharge disability or any other status protected by federal state or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process please contact prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.

TO BE CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THEIR ENTIRETY INCLUDING:

UPLOADED RESUME / WORK HISTORY
QUALIFICATIONS
JOB ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS

INFORMATION PROVIDED MUST BE ACCURATE AND TRUTHFUL.

Failure to respond to correspondences during the hiring process in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.

CTA Benefits

SUMMARY

SALARY $64.58

Installs and maintains CTA owned system-wide fiber optic and copper communication cable systems telephone systems public address systems digital signage systems IP-based systems backup power systems and all supporting infrastructure.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Installs repairs and maintains overhead ground level and underground telephone and data communication copper and fiber optic lines.
Installs and maintains conduit cableways junction boxes splice enclosures and cable drops on the rail right-of-way in subways rail stations bus garages and other various facilities.
Installs and maintains CTA owned telephone switches instruments and lines in bus garages and rail shops stations and remotely located communication equipment rooms.
Installs and maintains Public Address and Digital Signage Systems located in rail stations and rail yards.
Assists contractors and vendors in repairs and new installations of equipment installed or maintained by others.
Responsible for maintaining the CTAs optical network system and supporting infrastructure installed at various locations.
Performs related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to this position are the following jobs:

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