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Position Summary The FTTH (Fiber-to-the-Home) Drop Installation Technician is responsible for installing, testing, repairing, and maintaining fiber optic drop connections from the network distribution point to residential and commercial customer locations. This position performs aerial and underground drop installations, customer premise fiber routing, and service activation while ensuring high-quality workmanship, safety compliance, and exceptional customer service. Key Responsibilities · Install underground FTTH fiber drops from network access points to customer premises · Perform fiber splicing, termination, testing, and troubleshooting of drop connections, including splice enclosures on the mainline · Install conduit, fiber cable, grounding equipment, and customer premise equipment as required. · Route fiber cabling into homes and businesses according to company standards and customer requirements. · Conduct signal testing using OTDRs, power meters, and other fiber testing equipment. · Troubleshoot service issues, fiber damage, or connectivity problems. · Read and interpret fiber network maps, construction prints, and work orders. · Coordinate with utility locators and follow safe digging practices as needed · Ensure all installations comply with company quality standards, safety regulations, and local codes. · Document completed work, test results, materials used, and job status updates in company systems. · Communicate professionally with customers regarding installation processes and service expectations. · Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in good working order. · Assist with emergency restoration work, outage response and mainline installation or fiber placement activities as needed. · Support construction and maintenance crews during network expansion projects. Qualifications Education · High school diploma or GED required. · Technical or vocational training in telecommunications or fiber optics preferred. Experience · 1–3 years of experience in fiber optic installation, telecommunications, cable, or utility construction preferred. · Experience with FTTH installations strongly preferred. · Experience working with aerial and underground construction methods preferred. · Certifications (Preferred) · Fiber Optic Association (FOA) certification · OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification · Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record · Bucket truck or CDL certification is a plus · Skills & Competencies · Knowledge of FTTH network architecture and fiber optic installation practices. · Ability to splice, terminate, and test fiber optic cable. · Familiarity with OTDRs, fusion splicers, power meters, and hand tools. · Ability to read maps, utility prints, and fiber schematics. · Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. · Excellent customer service and communication abilities. · Ability to work independently and as part of a team. · Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety. $20-28/per hour DOE #MCTA1
Job Title Mechatronics & Robotics Technician Job Description Summary Job Description Our Purpose: At C&W Services, we live by the belief that Better Never Settles. We're dedicated to creating a positive impact globally, and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team. C&W Services provides compelling benefits, including: Weekly Pay Comprehensive Benefits that start on your first day Training, Development, and Advancement Opportunities A Clean and Cutting-Edge Facility A Safety-First Culture About the Role As a Mechatronics & Robotics Technician, you will use your skills to support the Operations Maintenance Team repairing and maintaining material handling equipment and pneumatic systems throughout the building. You will have the opportunity to install, maintain and repair automated packaging and distribution equipment. Key Responsibilities: Safety: Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures. Maintenance: Complete preventative maintenance routines with proper documentation. Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems related to all Material Handling Equipment (MHE) which includes belts, motors, photo-eyes, relays, and more. Monitoring: Create, assign, and close out work order with data including labor hours, equipment maintenance, and parts used. Track and store department inventory. Support: Mentor junior technicians to grow in their roles. Communication: Maintain positive working relationships across all of the Operations facility. Basic Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. 2+ years of experience in the repair of material handling equipment (MHE) or automated conveyor systems and controls. 2+ years of experience conducting predictive and preventative maintenance procedures. 1+ years of blueprint and electrical schematic reading. 1+ years of knowledge with electrical and electronic principles. Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project, with the ability to create and manage documents effectively. Ability to work flexible schedules/shifts. Preferred Qualifications: Associates or higher degree from a vocational school or college with a focus on Mechanical or Electrical field. Experience with Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety standards accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Safety standards. Experience with robotic operation and maintenance. Able to troubleshoot basic input and output functions. Physical Demands: Must have ability to reach overhead, kneel, squat, climb steps/ladders, use an aerial lift, and frequently lift a maximum of 50 lbs. of equipment. Ability to perform tasks wearing appropriate or required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which may include but is not limited to hard hat, face mask, face shield, and composite toe shoes. Regularly required to crouch or bend and reach to install/move equipment. Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work, averaging 6 to 12 miles per day. Work in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures. Regularly required to type on a computer for 1-2 hours per day. Why C&W Services? We're a global company with over 400 offices in 60 countries. We're proud of our diverse family of employees and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We're recognized by the Human Rights Foundation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQI+ individuals and are dedicated to continuing to build a culture of inclusion and respect. What’s Next? Ready to take the next steps in your career? Apply today and be part of a team that is making a difference! Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $25.40 - $29.88 C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at C&W Services, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [email protected]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us. INCO: “C&W Services”
Job Title Mechatronics & Robotics Technician Job Description Summary Job Description Our Purpose: At C&W Services, we live by the belief that Better Never Settles. We're dedicated to creating a positive impact globally, and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team. C&W Services provides compelling benefits, including: Weekly Pay Comprehensive Benefits that start on your first day Training, Development, and Advancement Opportunities A Clean and Cutting-Edge Facility A Safety-First Culture About the Role As a Mechatronics & Robotics Technician, you will use your skills to support the Operations Maintenance Team repairing and maintaining material handling equipment and pneumatic systems throughout the building. You will have the opportunity to install, maintain and repair automated packaging and distribution equipment. Key Responsibilities: Safety: Promote a safe working environment by following all safety procedures. Maintenance: Complete preventative maintenance routines with proper documentation. Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems related to all Material Handling Equipment (MHE) which includes belts, motors, photo-eyes, relays, and more. Monitoring: Create, assign, and close out work order with data including labor hours, equipment maintenance, and parts used. Track and store department inventory. Support: Mentor junior technicians to grow in their roles. Communication: Maintain positive working relationships across all of the Operations facility. Basic Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. 2+ years of experience in the repair of material handling equipment (MHE) or automated conveyor systems and controls. 2+ years of experience conducting predictive and preventative maintenance procedures. 1+ years of blueprint and electrical schematic reading. 1+ years of knowledge with electrical and electronic principles. Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project, with the ability to create and manage documents effectively. Ability to work flexible schedules/shifts. Preferred Qualifications: Associates or higher degree from a vocational school or college with a focus on Mechanical or Electrical field. Experience with Material Handling Equipment (MHE) safety standards accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and Safety standards. Experience with robotic operation and maintenance. Able to troubleshoot basic input and output functions. Physical Demands: Must have ability to reach overhead, kneel, squat, climb steps/ladders, use an aerial lift, and frequently lift a maximum of 50 lbs. of equipment. Ability to perform tasks wearing appropriate or required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which may include but is not limited to hard hat, face mask, face shield, and composite toe shoes. Regularly required to crouch or bend and reach to install/move equipment. Involves movement between departments, floors, and properties to facilitate work, averaging 6 to 12 miles per day. Work in a warehouse environment with fluctuating temperatures. Regularly required to type on a computer for 1-2 hours per day. Why C&W Services? We're a global company with over 400 offices in 60 countries. We're proud of our diverse family of employees and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We're recognized by the Human Rights Foundation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQI+ individuals and are dedicated to continuing to build a culture of inclusion and respect. What’s Next? Ready to take the next steps in your career? Apply today and be part of a team that is making a difference! Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $25.40 - $29.88 C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at C&W Services, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [email protected]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us. INCO: “C&W Services”
Company Overview Metrea delivers effects-as-a-service to national security partners across five domains and more than a dozen mission areas. These include airborne ISR, electronic warfare, secure communications, aerial refuelling, special air missions, aerial firefighting, and advanced simulation. We own the whole stack: designing, building, and operating turnkey capabilities that give our partners decisive, asymmetric advantage against rapidly evolving threats. Our operating model is built around three interlocking pillars. The Support Groups provide a global shared-service – spanning people, finance, platform, operations, legal, and engagement. This frees up our Core Groups, who develop and own mission capabilities end-to-end, to focus entirely on delivery. The Market Groups apply a regional lens, ensuring that our agile and adaptable capabilities remain aligned to the wicked problems that matter most to our partners across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific. At the heart of our model is a simple but powerful idea: be a true partner with skin in the game. Our partners need effects, not just equipment. By owning the full stack – from the lab to the field – we are able to drive a continuous cycle of innovation that keeps our partners ahead. It's a fast-moving, intellectually demanding environment where talented people are given real responsibility, work on problems that matter, and contribute to an enterprise that is growing quickly and deliberately. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with facilities across the United States, the United Kingdom, as well as Continental Europe and Asia-Pacific. Group Overview Metrea Management LLC is our global shared service providing support for the Capabilities in areas such as People, Finance, Legal, Strategy and Information Technology. People Group is dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent, ensuring a positive and productive work environment. We are a results-oriented team focused on delivering innovative People solutions that drive business results. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. Position Summary At Metrea, we do not simply hire pilots - we build the talent pipelines that enable mission-critical aviation capability around the world. Our Air Domain delivers solutions across Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (AISR), Aerial Firefighting, Air-to-Air Refueling (AAR), Advanced Training, Aircraft Engineering, and more. In this role, you will serve as a strategic Talent Acquisition Partner supporting high-volume aviation hiring across the Air Domain, with a focus on building repeatable and scalable pipelines for pilots, sensor operators, and other flight operations talent. This role is ideal for a recruiter with a program mindset - someone who can create sustained hiring volume not only through strong day-to-day execution, but through thoughtful process design, channel strategy, and creative pipeline development with both speed and quality in mind. Beyond delivery, you will help design the frameworks, partnerships, and sourcing channels that create a constant and reliable flow of specialist aviation talent. This may include external partnerships, talent communities, referral strategies, internal marketing, targeted outreach campaigns, and innovative approaches to engage qualified pilots and operators. This is an opportunity to help build a best-in-class aviation hiring program from the ground up. What You'll Do Lead end-to-end recruitment for high-volume aviation roles across the Air Domain, focusing on pilots, sensor operators, and flight operations talent Design and implement scalable recruiting programs and frameworks that create consistent talent flow across key aviation talent pools Build proactive and creative pipelines through multiple channels, including direct sourcing, external partnerships, referral ecosystems, military transition networks, aviation communities, and targeted talent campaigns Develop sourcing and attraction strategies that go beyond traditional tools, identifying new ways for Metrea to engage and attract specialist aviation talent Partner closely with hiring leaders and operational stakeholders to align hiring plans with business demand, speed requirements, and quality standards Continuously improve recruiting workflows, funnel design, and selection processes to optimize both efficiency and candidate quality Use data and market insight to improve hiring conversion, reduce time-to-fill, and strengthen long-term pipeline health Build and nurture long-term relationships with pilots, operators, and adjacent aviation talent communities Deliver a high-quality candidate experience that reflects Metrea's mission and values Maintain high standards of process discipline and data accuracy within ATS and recruiting systems What You Bring Significant in-house or search experience delivering high-volume or programmatic recruitment, ideally in technical, operational, or specialist talent markets Proven ability to build repeatable talent acquisition programs, frameworks, or pipeline strategies that create sustained hiring volume Strong creative sourcing capability, with experience building pipelines through channels beyond LinkedIn, including partnerships, talent communities, referral programs, and external networks Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence hiring leaders and operational teams Strong process design capability with a focus on balancing speed, scalability, and hiring quality Experience using data and funnel metrics to improve recruitment outcomes Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to create long-term candidate communities Experience with Greenhouse or other applicant tracking systems Comfort operating in a fast-paced, scaling, and highly collaborative environment In addition to the above, any of the following would be beneficial: Experience in high-volume or programmatic recruitment, ideally in technical, operational, or specialist talent markets Familiarity with recruiting pilots, flight operations talent, or other aviation-related roles is a plus, but not required Exposure to regulated or highly structured industries (e.g., defense, aerospace, logistics) is advantageous Knowledge of aviation terminology, certifications, or airframes is helpful but not essential Benefits Comprehensive medical plan options HSA/FSA accounts Dental and vision coverage 6% employer 401(k) match Fully paid parental leave for all new parents Generous PTO Life and disability insurance Long-term and Short-term disability coverage AD&D Coverage Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Subsided gym membership / plans through Wellhub AAP/EEO Statement Metrea Management LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time non-exempt position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Work Environment This job operates in an office setting Travel Less than 5% Our Firmware At Metrea, our single core value is Rooted in Humility, and our four cornerstone attributes are Entrepreneurial, Systematic, Discerning, and Over-Deliver. These form what we call our Teammate Firmware. Just like technical firmware connects software and hardware, our Firmware is the constant interface between our mission and our people. It defines how we show up, how we work together, and how we solve complex problems. Our team Firmware creates a web-like, hyper-collaborative, dynamically hierarchical way of working that helps us adapt quickly, communicate openly, and distribute decision-making to where expertise actually lives. It enables groups to self-organize around hard problems, shift fluidly as priorities evolve, and operate with the trust, curiosity, and discipline required in a complex mission space. This foundation allows us to deliver elegant, effective solutions and uphold our purpose: protecting our precious inheritance.