{"id":1488166,"url":"https://alion.io/job/gci-construction-implementation-technician-iii","title":"Construction & Implementation Technician III","company":{"id":179451,"name":"GCI","domain":"gci.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/gci-3","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Oracle","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":87,"open_postings":17,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.706,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":3,"computed_at":"2026-10-04T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":"middle","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Anchorage, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":41000,"max_usd":73000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":1752},"experience_years_min":8,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":false},{"name":"Outlook","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-29T21:48:09Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-29","last_verified_at":"2026-10-05T00:40:21Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":5,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":5},"description":"$2,500 Hiring Bonus! GCI's Construction & Implementation Technician III is a field-based technician position working closely with engineering and project management offices to develop, construct, deliver, and deploy network infrastructure and architecture including outside/inside plant applications. Maintains system wide oversight and network integrity within all plant systems and architecture, network, and business facilities across Alaska and occasionally in the lower 48. Work locations include customer’s residential property, business properties, field, and central offices.\n*This position may be assigned to any area needed to support Technology Solutions and network repairs including outside plant, construction, business, and network facilities.\n\nESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AT ALL LEVELS:\n\nConstruction, design, and implementation of network facilities and delivery architecture to maintain network integrity in accordance with industry standards and best practices.\nImplementation and installation, modification, testing, and turn-up procedures of video, voice, and data circuits and equipment, to include terrestrial, satellite, microwave, optical, hybrid fiber coax, and ethernet in accordance with industry standards and best practices.\nSupport and install equipment racks, cabinets for central, remote, and field offices to include rack support pedestals, cable trays, bracing, optical enclosures, and all relevant cabling infrastructure, etc.\nAccurately read, interpret, evaluate, apply, implement, and update information from system maps, equipment readings, test parameters, construction, and design work orders, associated engineering drawings, and follow-up documentation.\nCoordinate and oversee contract resources, i.e., installers, technicians, electricians, HVAC contractors.\nCollaboration and coordination with Construction and Implementation technicians, engineering and operations staff, companywide leadership, and business and residential customers.\nDaily reporting and communication, using both PC and mobile devices for email, text, and video chat. Written and photo site documentation.\n\n COMPETENCIES:\n\nACCOUNTABILITY- Takes ownership for actions, decisions, and results; openly accepts feedback and demonstrates a willingness to improve.\nBASIC PRINCIPLES - Interacts with people in a way that builds mutual trust, confidence, and respect; adheres to GCI’s Code of Conduct for Employees - the Basic Principles.\nCOLLABORATION - Works effectively with others to accomplish common goals and objectives; maintains positive relationships even under difficult circumstances.\nCOMMUNICATION- Conveys thoughts and expresses ideas appropriately and professionally.Ability to accurately communicate information virtually (i.e., Teams), over the phone, and in-person.\nAbility to accurately read, write, and respond to routine business correspondence such as emails, chat messages, policies, procedures, reports.\n\nCOMPLIANCE - Follows internal controls; protects confidential information; abides by GCI’s Code of Business Conduct & Ethics.\nCUSTOMER FOCUS - Demonstrates commitment to service excellence; gives high priority to customer satisfaction.\nRELIABILITY - Consistently follows through on assigned tasks as expected; demonstrates timely attendance at meetings, training, and other work obligations.\nRESULTS - Uses a combination of job knowledge, initiative, sound decision making, innovation, adaptability, and problem solving.Understanding of industry standard implementation and installation, modification, testing, and turn-up procedures of video, voice, and data circuits and equipment.\nUnderstanding of construction, design, and implementation of network facilities and delivery architecture.\nUnderstanding of electronics and telephony equipment, field-based construction, and implementation.\nAnalytical skills and demonstrated ability to accurately read, interpret/evaluate, apply/implement, update information from system maps, equipment readings, test parameters, construction, and design work orders, associated engineering drawings and follow-up documentation.\n\nSAFETY & SECURITY - Supports a safe work environment by following all workplace safety rules and guidelines; complies with applicable Security policies and procedures.Ability to follow company and OSHA guidelines for safe work practicesand comply with company driver safety program. \nThorough understanding of safe work practices when working at heights and fall protection requirements. Safety first mentality.\n\nProficient computer skills and MS Office knowledge (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) to complete job duties effectively, such as using the company intranet and to accurately retrieve and input information into database or equivalent.\n\nAdditional Job Requirements:\nThis is an advanced level position within the telecommunications field-based construction & implementation technician discipline requiring a comprehensive understanding of network infrastructure and documentation, telecommunications installation, modification, and test procedures. Collaborates with senior technicians and engineers in the development, construction, and delivery of equipment installations statewide. Handles moderately complex installations and problems applying judgement in analyzing and resolving problems. Organizes daily workload and priorities while receiving limited instructions on routine work and new assignments. Requires minimal supervision to complete tasks on time with some latitude of judgement. Develops proficiency in guiding and mentoring junior technicians and supports senior technicians.\nEssential Duties:\n\nNetwork & Equipment Adds, Moves, and Changes\nPerform advanced OSP network construction, implementation, routine preventative and corrective maintenance, testing and repairs, construction management of facilities, optical, and electronic equipment providing video, voice, and data services to maintain network integrity.\nInstall and remove service and non-service affecting equipment, cabling, new network infrastructure and devices, test and turn-up across urban and remote Alaska with senior technician support and occasional travel to the lower 48 states.\nAdvanced implementation and installation of central office equipment racks and cabinets, rack support pedestals, cable trays, bracing, main distribution frames and fuse and power distribution panels.\nInstall, identify, and terminate various types of cabling and wiring including coax, ethernet, optical, waveguide, data, and power cables under light supervision.\nPerform test and turn-up procedures of all equipment installed to industry specifications and best practices; troubleshoot technical issues as needed.\n\nDocumentation & Communication\nComplete company and department specific documents, prints, daily reporting, and engineering updates maintaining network integrity and matter of record.\nCommunicate with SMC or Dispatch to update and complete repair or trouble tickets. \nAssist with new installations and trouble tickets in a timely manner. \nVerify accuracy of written work order and ensure all documentation is updated in a timely manner.\nEscalate more complex issues as needed to the appropriate department or management team.\n\nField Design & Collaboration\nWork with senior technicians and respond to outages or other duties as required.\nGuide, train, and mentor less experienced technicians.\nDesign test fixtures, analyze test results, and document tests performed on components.\n\nAdditional Competencies:\nAdvanced understanding and implementation of antennas, antenna foundations, towers, waveguide, ice bridges, grounding system, fences, and HVAC units.\nAdvanced understanding of electronics and telephony equipment, ability to accurately interpret and apply GR.1275, NEC, NESC, OSHA, FCC, industry standard and municipal practices, company rules and regulations.\nDemonstrated ability to work with and assist junior and senior level technicians.\nAdvanced ability to install, test, modify, and repair a wide range of central office, remote office, and field office support equipment, including cabling, power distribution and grounding, framework, air handling controls, and alarm reporting systems with adept knowledge of relevant test equipment, procedures, troubleshooting of circuits and equipment.\nAdvanced knowledge of proper installation practices of central office racking and framing equipment, operation, testing, and troubleshooting of a wide range of telecommunications equipment including but not limited to routers, hubs, satellite modems and antenna systems, protection switches and amplifiers, VSAT stations, microwave radio systems, switches, M&C Equipment, DLC systems, channel banks, structured cabling systems, DACS systems, fiber-optic multiplexers, high-speed data circuits and equipment, and distributed data networks.\nIntermediate level understanding of KU, KA, C Band dishes and infrastructure, cellular, microwave, equipment towers and shelters, AC and DC power systems, grounding in a central office and remote office environment, -48-volt, direct current power systems with an understanding of general safety regulations.\nAdvanced knowledge of fiber-optics, coax and network cabling, and telecommunications and electronic installation procedures in all environments.\nMinimum Qualifications:\nRequired: *A combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis\nHigh School diploma or equivalent.\nMinimum of eight (8) years of experience in a telecommunications role or related background, including at least three (3) years of complex related network experience. *\nNCTI “System Technician” certification or enrolled within 90 days and complete the course within 6 monthsor approved equivalent. \nUpon hire may be required to complete and maintain Company or other applicable training and certifications including Pole/Tower Climber, AK DOT Bucket Truck, and AK DOT Approved Flagger certifications.\nAdditional certifications or successful course completion may be required within a defined period after position acceptance.\nPreferred:\nAssociate’s degree in electronics or relevant field, telecommunications trade school, or equivalent training. \nPrior certification as a tower climber.\nTelecommunications experience. \nOther relevant telecom industry or job specific certifications.\n\nDRIVING REQUIREMENTS:\nThis position requires driving a company-owned vehicle, company provided vehicle, or a personal vehicle on behalf of the company. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, a satisfactory driving record, and successfully complete Defensive Driving course.\n\n PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS and WORKING CONDITIONS: \n\nStatewide travel may be required to assist other systems personnel, including on a variety of aircraft, both large and small, ATVs, and other vehicles in remote Alaska. Lodging may include tents, outbuildings, or equipment rooms without plumbing. \nWork includes working inside and outside in typical cold weather conditions.\nSubject to adverse weather and driving conditions.\nWork performed below overhead construction and in trenches to 10 feet in depth.\nTasks performed around high-power electrical conductors and gas lines.\nWork areas can be cramped, dark, dusty, damp, wet, stuffy, sticky, smelly, hot and/or cold. \nMay encounter unrestrained animals/pets. \nHigh degree of balance, coordination, and strength needed to safely and routinely ascend, descend, and work atop poles, towers, and ladders with tools and equipment. \nDaily moving, traversing, and positioning self on varied uneven or unstable surfaces such as roofs and in trenches, often hampered by weather elements.\nSafely move, transport, position, install, remove, and maneuver equipment and supplies of up to 70-pound loads occasionally, up to 50-pounds more regularly, up to 20 pounds frequently.\nHigh degree of dexterity and coordination...","description_format":"text","description_chars":15520,"description_truncated":true,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":8,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"high_school","optional":true},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Home office"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Telecommunications"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-29T23:58:15Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":25,"band":"fade","label":"Fading","p_open":1,"p_active":0.435,"p_room":0.578,"age_days":4,"expected_fill_days":3,"reasons":["conf:1","stale_co","velocity","win:tail"],"computed_at":"2026-10-04T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/gci-construction-implementation-technician-iii","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/gci-construction-implementation-technician-iii.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-05T02:30:53Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":3439,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":1561,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-10-06T00:00:00Z"}}}